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Family identifies body found in Greenwich as that of Jesse Cale

Greenwich

The body of a missing Greenwich teen was found in the Hudson River on Thursday. Our C.J. Spang has more.

Updated 6:38 PM

Adirondack Pub and Brewery raises a glass to new expansion

Lake George

When the doors first opened 13 years ago, the Adirondack Brewery was a spot known mostly to locals and summer tourists. But as YNN's Matt Hunter reports, the brew pub's recent expansion is proof the brewery's unique variety of beer has reached a much larger audience.

Updated 4:12 PM

Toddler recovering from rare tick paralysis

Albany

A two-year-old Hopewell Junction girl experienced a quick onset of paralysis. It wasn't until after spinal taps, x-rays and blood work proved inconclusive that one doctor thought to check her scalp for the unlikely culprit. Our Erin Vannella reports.

5:58 PM

HIV-infected man sentenced for rape

A Waterford man has been sentenced to 27 years behind bars for rape and sex abuse charges.

8:42 PM

Big Apple Circus coming to town

After decades of sitting vacant, the former Gaslight Village property in Lake George will now sit under the big top this summer. The Big Apple Circus is coming to town.

2:29 PM

The Great Escape opens on Saturday

It's another sign that summer is just around the corner.

1:45 PM

Sexual assault sentencing for Saratoga County man

A Saratoga County man is being sentenced Thursday to 17 years in prison. He pleaded guilty in late March to sexually abusing an 11-year old boy.

7:27 AM

State withholds VLT money from NYRA

In the latest battle between NYRA and state officials, the state is now withholding part of NYRA's VLT revenue generated at Aqueduct. YNN's C.J. Spang has the details.

05/16/2012 06:26 PM

Advanced Semiconductor Manufacturing Conference held in the Spa City

Some of the greatest minds in the semiconductor industry descend on the Spa City, once again reaffirming our area's presence as a growing hub for high technology. Our Erin Connolly has more on the annual Advanced Semiconductor Manufacturing Conference.

Updated 05/16/2012 06:16 PM

Volunteers continue search for missing Greenwich teen

While New York State Police and Forest Rangers haven't been on the ground in two days, volunteers continue their search for 18-year-old Jesse Cale. YNN's Matt Hunter reports.

05/16/2012 03:58 PM

More than half of Stillwater voters say yes, but budget still fails

Saratoga County

While a majority of school districts can move forward with new budgets for the 2012-2013 school year, one district in Saratoga County stands as the exception. Stillwater voters decided to turn down a spending plan that includes cuts to both staffing and programs. And while the district didn't get the votes it needed, as our Megan Cruz explains more than half of Stillwater voters still approved the plan.

More than half of Stillwater voters say yes, but budget still fails

05/16/2012 03:33 PM

Railway announces summer schedule

Saratoga Springs

The Saratoga and North Creek Railway unveils its plans for the summer season.

05/16/2012 04:07 PM

Man facing kidnapping charges

Saratoga Springs

State Police have arrested a Saratoga Springs man they say forced his girlfriend and his two sons into the back of a stolen box truck at gunpoint.

05/16/2012 07:00 PM

OSHA finds violations at Rt. 50 Home Depot

Saratoga Springs

The Department of Labor cites a Saratoga Home Depot for violating workplace safety.

OSHA finds violations at Rt. 50 Home Depot

05/16/2012 01:49 PM

Debate over St. Patrick’s Church continues

Tensions are high in Watervliet as the city and supporters of St. Patrick's continue to battle over the fate of the church.

9:46 PM

NY primary date could change

Lawmakers could make a change to this year's political calendar in order to avoid holding a primary on one of the most sensitive dates of the year. Our Nick Reisman explains.

9:00 PM

36th annual State Police awards ceremony

New York State Police presented awards for bravery at the 36th annual memorial and awards ceremony in Albany. About three dozen troopers, investigators and civilian employees were honored. Lori Chung has more.

Updated 3:33 PM

Pittsfield holds season’s first Third Thursday celebration

Hundreds packed downtown North Street in Pittsfield for the season's first Third Thursdays celebration.

Updated 8:51 PM

Men's lacrosse: Cortland vs. Union

After spending the first two rounds of the NCAA's at home, the Union Dutchmen were on the road Wednesday to take on the second ranked team in the country in D-III men's lacrosse.

High school softball highlights from 5/16

There were a couple softball games across the Capital Region on Wednesday. Columbia and Colonie battled it out while Shen and Shaker were caught in a low scoring affair.

Citi Field to host All-Star Game in 2013

It will be an all-star-studded event at the Mets home field next year as officials announce that Citi Field will be the site of the 2013 All-Star Game.

Debate over reforming New York State disabled care

Governor Cuomo continued his push for reforms of the state office for People with Developmental Disabilities Wednesday with a stop in Syracuse as the State Senate passed his plan overwhelmingly. But the bill appears to be stalled in the Assembly. Our Nick Reisman has details.

05/16/2012 09:00 PM

Possible investigation into Senator Libous

The allegations against Binghamton based senator Tom Libous could soon turn into an investigation. A state ethics commission has reportedly taken the first steps that could lead to a formal investigation. Our Nick Reisman has more on this developing story.