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Sewer line break found in downtown Glens Falls

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:38:39 GMT

GLENS FALLS, N.Y. (NEWS10) - On Friday afternoon, the city of Glens Falls announced a break in its sewer line. The break took place downtown in the area of 193 Glen St., home to Mean Max Brew Works and Alif Cafe. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Traffic along downtown Glen Street will be limited to one lane as the Glens Falls Department of Public Works and Water & Sewer Department work together to repair the break. Travelers headed downtown are asked to avoid Glen Street between Centennial Circle and the Civil War Monument intersection with South Street and Bay Road.Work to repair the break is expected to start early next week. Once begun, it will run the course of several days. The city will release more information as it becomes available.

Vulnerable adult missing out of Amsterdam

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:38:39 GMT

AMSTERDAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Amsterdam Police Department has issued a missing vulnerable adult alert. James Gardner, 71, was last seen on September 15 at 6:45 a.m. on Stewart Street in Amsterdam. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Police say Gardner has a traumatic brain injury and may be in need of medical attention. He is currently believed to be on foot, and was last seen wearing glasses, a maroon button down fleece and athletic style pants. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Amsterdam Police Department at (518)842-1100.

Growing frustration over pause on cannabis industry

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:38:39 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10)-- A lawsuit is making it hard for some entering New York’s cannabis industry."Everybody right now who has been in New York State Cannabis is experiencing a level of frustration," said Ryan McCall, an attorney for Tully Rinckey. "People who applied for licenses and were granted them aren’t able to open due to a lawsuit, and at the same time, you have the farmers who have really been the marginalized class throughout the entire litigation."During this week’s Cannabis control board meeting, some CUARD licensees shared their hardships. Today, the court met with attorneys virtually about the lawsuit."Recently, they have been trying to let a subset of those who are under the injunction move forward," explained Wei Hu, Founding Partner of MRTA Law. "There has been a lot of back and forth over 12 provisional licensees and whether or not they can start operating. So last night, the state attorney generals office submitted an affidavit sort of clarifying the process."Pla...

Watervliet man sentenced 7 years in child sex abuse

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:38:39 GMT

WATERVLIET, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On Friday, Fred Rafferty, 57, of Watervliet, was sentenced to seven years in state prison. Rafferty pleaded guilty to one count of criminal sexual act in the first degree in May. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The indictment alleges Rafferty engaged in sexual conduct with a three-year-old on February 7, 2022. Rafferty was also sentenced to 10 years of post-release supervision. Three no-contact orders of protection were issued on behalf of the victims.

Heritage, Harvest & Horse Fest back in Ticonderoga

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:38:39 GMT

TICONDEROGA, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Heritage, harvests, and - well, it's in the name. This fall, Fort Ticonderoga is once again hosting its annual Heritage, Harvest & Horse Festival at its historic grounds - and if you've heard the name, you already have an idea of what's in store. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! This year's festival closes the month out on Saturday, Sept. 30, at King's Garden at the fort. Visitors can enjoy the apple orchard, meet a pair of oxen, conquer a corn maze and enjoy the local specialties of an onsite farmer's market.“Each year, the Heritage, Harvest & Horse Festival gives visitors the opportunity to take in the beauty of the autumn colors, sample delicious local food and beverages, connect with history, and participate in the many activities we have on-site for all ages and interests,” said Beth Hill, president and CEO of Fort Ticonderoga. Oktoberfest coming to Lake George in two servings The full...

Feura Bush man sentenced to 25 to life in child sex abuse case

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:38:39 GMT

GREEN ISLAND, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- John Ferrara, 55, of Feura Bush, was sentenced to 25 years to life in prison. Ferrara was convicted of predatory sexual assault against a child. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! According to the indictment, Ferrara engaged in sexual conduct against a female child between the ages of 5 and 8 at the time of the offenses. The indictment alleges the conduct occurred between February 1, 2016, and June 4, 2018, at a residence in the Village of Green Island.

Albany man pleads guilty in firearm case

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:38:39 GMT

KINGSTON, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- An Albany man has pled guilty in a firearm possession case, according to the Ulster County District Attorney's Office. On September 14, Ta-Jon Terry, 27, pleaded guilty to second-degree attempted criminal possession of a weapon. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Terry was indicted by an Ulster County Grand Jury for possessing a loaded .38 caliber revolver, which was recovered along with ammunition on the floor of a Dodge Charger following a traffic stop. Terry is scheduled to be sentenced on November 9.

Latham man indicted for rape and animal cruelty

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:38:39 GMT

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Latham man accused of harming a two-month-old kitten in April was indicted on 11 counts in Rensselaer County Court. Preston Wido, 36, pleaded not guilty to all charges and was remanded to the Rensselaer County Jail on $75,000 bail. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Wido was indicted for:1 count of Rape in the First Degree, a class B Violent Felony3 counts of Strangulation in the 2nd Degree, all 3 are class D Violent Felonies2 counts of Criminal Obstruction of Breathing or Blood Circulation, a class A Misdemeanor1 count of Criminal Mischief in the 4th Degree, a class A Misdemeanor1 count of Robbery in the 3rd Degree, a class D Felony1 count of Criminal Mischief in the 4th Degree, a class A Misdemeanor2 counts of Aggravated Cruelty to AnimalsAssistant District Attorney Cassidy Milam is prosecuting the case for the District Attorney.

Free car seat inspections available in Scotia

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:38:39 GMT

SCOTIA, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On September 20, the Scotia Police Department is sponsoring a free car seat inspection day as part of the statewide Child Passenger Safety Week. The event will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. at Jumpin Jacks at 5 Schonowee Ave. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Trained technicians will educate caregivers on how to select a child restraint that will fit their child, fit their vehicle, and be used correctly every time.  "It’s a proven fact that correctly using a car seat, booster seat, or seat belt saves lives," said NYS Department of Motor Vehicles Commissioner and GTSC Chair Mark J.F. Schroeder. "The Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee provides parents and caregivers with safety information and year-round car seat inspection opportunities to ensure their child safety seat is properly installed."Data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration indicate that 40% of all children under 15 killed in traff...

Friday’s Cardinals-Phillies game only on Apple TV+

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:38:39 GMT

ST. LOUIS - The St. Louis Cardinals season is winding down, and fans hoping to watch Friday's game will need to plan ahead. The Cardinals kick off a seven-game homestand Friday against the Philadelphia Phillies. Friday’s matchup will not air on regional or national television. It can only be streamed on Apple TV+. For the 2023 season, Apple and MLB have partnered up for “Friday Night Baseball,” airing dozens of games on Apple streaming services. Friday’s game marks the fourth time the Cardinals will air on Apple TV+ this season.Fans will need to follow these steps in order to watch the game:Launch the Apple TV app and select the game directly from there,From the MLB.TV app, tap on Apple TV+ Game to be redirected to the Apple TV app (where available),Visit https://tv.apple.com/ and log in with or create an Apple ID.A three-month free trial is available to fans who don’t already have a Apple TV+ account set up. For more information on how to access “Friday Night Baseball” on...