Attorney: Man accused of killing 53-year-old with wrench acted in self-defense - New York news - NewsLocker (2024)

The attorney for a Watervliet man charged with manslaughter for striking a man with a wrench argued the 20-year-old acted in self-defense.

Albany Firebirds keep finding ways to win

Arena Football League games have wild swings, but Albany Firebirds have found a way to get to 7-0 on the season.

All In: The time is right to bring people together for the love of basketball and to fulfill Chris fa*gan's last wish

A fast-paced version of competitive basketball— 3-on-3— has experienced a surge in popularity internationally and nationwide. And here in the Capital Region, those who love the game will gather in August to play and watch the growing sport at an inaugural tournament with a worthy cause.
The game has been in the news this week.
WNBA stars Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier are forming a new professional women’s league. Stewart, the reigning WNBA MVP who plays

100 years ago, Albany went all out for 300th birthday of Fort Orange

Albany pulled out all the stops to celebrate its 300th birthday in 1924 with a citywide, four-day celebration. We take a look back, and hear from historical experts and the mayor about smaller 400th.

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Cuomo to testify before House coronavirus subcommittee on Tuesday

Former Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo is scheduled to appear Tuesday in a closed-door hearing before acongressional subcommittee probing New York’s handling of thecoronavirus pandemic.

Review: Albany Symphony masterfully works the contemporary

TROY — A powerhouse evening of four highly diverse contemporary works showed the Albany Symphony at its best on Saturday night at EMPAC.
The program conducted by music director David Alan Miller wrapped up the annual American Music Festival as well as the full season.
Joan Tower, the 85-year old Hudson Valley composer, was once again on hand for some affectionate joking around with Miller and the audience prior to a rousing performance of her recent “1920/2019.” &n

Saratoga Belmont day handle breaks record, NYRA says

The money wagered Saturday was a record for a non-Triple Crown year, NYRA said.

Albany Firebirds survive 73-70, improve to 7-0

The Albany Firebirds improved to 7-0 in the Arena Football League with an overtime win against the West Texas Desert Hawks.

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Mets owner Steve Cohen says fans ‘have been through worse,' eyes turnaround

New York Mets owner Steve Cohen says his team can still turn around its season and fans “have been through worse."

Classical Notes: Comic opera back at Troy, courtesy of Musicians of Ma’alwyck

Musicians of Ma’alwyck at heart of comic opera being staged at Troy Savings Bank Music Hall. Plus, other classical music news.

With favorite out, Mike Lee up for grabs on final day of festival at Saratoga

Antonio of Venice, who was 6-5 on the morning line, came up sore after a workout on Tuesday and will not run.

The power of a good picnic: How hot dogs, beer and diplomacy in Hyde Park changed WWII

In 1939, President Franklin Delano Roosevelt hosted King George VI and Queen Elizabeth at Hyde Park to change American opinion about Brits.

Eclipse caused 80% drop in N.Y. solar power production

The solar eclipse that passed over New York in April led to a sharp temporary drop in power production from solar panels, according to a new report.

Albany designer creates psychedelic stages for top EDM festivals

Many of LunoSol Design's sets feature colorful, kaleidoscopic stage backdrops and canopies — part of a style its owner IvyOrth calls "psychedelic fairytale."

How Governor Hochul Decided to Kill Congestion Pricing in New York

Although the governor said she long feared the program might hurt New York City’s economy, she never disclosed her reservations, leaving some feeling betrayed.

‘Dragging a Small Roller Bag, I Found My Way to the Correct Subway Line’

A solo trip to the Upper West Side, a bonus at the shoe-repair place and more reader tales of New York City in this week’s Metropolitan Diary.

Raleigh holds off Patroons to force Game 3

Albany closed within a point four times in the fourth quarter, the last time on Arsenio Arrington’s basket that made it 111-110 with 2:32 left.

Bethlehem baseball overpowers Hauppauge to win first state championship

Leadoff hitter JoeMonserrat goes 4-for-5 as Eagles pound out 14 hits

Chatham baseball wins third straight Class C state championship

Panthers become first team in Section II history to achieve three-peat.

Ballston Spa's Bozeth perseveres to come away with Federation 200 crown

Taconic Hills' Howard captures three titles between state and Federation competitions.

Berne-Knox-Westerlo softball held to one hit, but wins state crown

A walk, a stolen base and two groundouts lead to the game’s only run and a Bulldogs’ victory.

Diocese finds 'reasonable cause' in sex abuse claim against late priest

The late Rev.J. Gregory Mulhall will be added to its List of Credibly Accused. He died in 2001 after serving in several roles before retiring in 1985 from a Herkimer County church.

Schuylerville softball can't hold early lead in Class B state title game

Black Horses score in the first inning, but offense held in check the rest of the way.

Salem softball stopped one game short of claiming its first state championship

Defending champion Deposit-Hanco*ck scores early and often to beat Generals for second straight year.

Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake softball battles tough pitcher to bring home Class AA title

State crown is first for the Spartans, who broke open the game with a five-run third inning.

Taconic Hills baseball falls one win short of Class B state title

Titans rally to pull within a run in the sixth inning before coming up just short.

In Final Analysis, N.Y. Legislative Session Is Defined by Its Omissions

The State Legislature passed a climate bill that would force polluters to pay into a “cost recovery” fund, but the focus of the session’s last days was on the collapse of congestion pricing.

ValleyCats hitting stride after slow start

TheValleyCats came into Saturday ranked third in the Frontier League with 143 runs scored despite being 13th in homers with 15 and 12th in batting average at .245.

Albany's Battle now with Ohio State men's basketball

Talor Battle is continuing his tour of the Big Ten Conference as an assistant coach with Ohio State. After playing at Penn State, Battle coached for theNittany Lions and Northwestern.

Meet our Women@Work members: Rebecca Taft

Meet our Women@Work members: Rebecca Taft of Modern Hair in Albany