News from Scotia and Glenville, NY

The driver reported paying attention to the vehicle in front of him and not seeing the flashing warning signal, police say.

Glenville's Glenridge Road bridge struck Tuesday, police say The Glenridge Road bridge was struck by another truck Tuesday, causing extensive damage to the truck and leading the driver to be cited, police said.

Update: 2:45 p.m.: She has been found safe. "GPD wishes to thank those who called in after her picture was released to say they may have seen her on the Western Gateway Bridge walking into Schenectady earlier today."

Missing woman, 74, sought in Glenville found safe A woman with dementia reported missing in Glenville Tuesday morning has been found safe, Glenville Police said.

The Glenville Rotary Club recently installed the children’s book titled “Night Owl Night”- written by Burnt Hills native Susan Edwards Richmond - in the town's Story Trail at Indian Meadows.

Glenville Story Trail honors children's book 'Night Owl Night' by Burnt Hills native

The medical group provides obstetric and gynecological services and informed customers in June of 2023 that cyber criminals had obtained access to customers' records.

Class action complaint filed against CareNet Medical over 2022 customer data breach A class action complaint has been brought in state Supreme Court in Schenectady County against the Schenectady-based CareNet Medical Group alleging that a 2022 data breach exposed patients’ financial and medical information to cybercriminals.

The Schenectady 18-year-old is accused of attacking the teenage son of a witness over federal testimony in a drug case against relatives.

Judge: Suspect in Glenville witness attack should be held A judge on appeal has sided with prosecutors in the witness retaliation case against a Schenectady man related to an attack in Glenville.

The storied history of July 4 in Alplaus is reaching a milestone this week, with its 50th annual Fourth of July parade and celebration.

Alplaus Fourth of July celebration, parade to mark 50th The storied history of July 4 in Alplaus began 50 years ago this week.

From our archives: Look for photos from Alplaus and elsewhere.

Scrapbook: Fourth of July parade photos 1980 to 2013 CAPITAL REGION - Americans will celebrate their freedom this week with parties and parades saluting the Fourth of July.

With Fourth of July fireworks approaching, it’s important for us to remember the well-being of our furry friends during the dazzling displays.

Helping pets cope with fireworks: Animal Chronicles Summertime means barbecues, vacations, outdoor parties and highly anticipated fireworks displays. With Fourth of July fireworks approaching, it’s important for us to remember the well-being of our furry friends during the dazzling displays.

Some looks at Scotia-Glenville High School's graduation ceremony Saturday at Proctors

Photos: Scotia-Glenville High's graduation (21) SCOTIA-GLENVILLE - Some looks at Scotia-Glenville High School's graduation ceremony Saturday, June 29, 2024, at Proctors Theatre in Schenectady.

From Friday night’s Scotia fireworks

Photos: Scotia Jumpin' Jack's Fireworks (14) Looks at the Scotia Jumpin' Jack's Fireworks Friday night.

Twenty years after Craig Frear was last seen leaving a friend’s home in the village of Scotia, his disappearance continues to be investigated.

20 years later, search continues for Craig Frear

More changes are in store for Glenville’s scenic River Stone Manor, including the addition of a cocktail bar called the Union Room.

Renovations shaping up at Glenville's River Stone Manor More changes are in store for Glenville’s scenic River Stone

The four new pickleball courts are set to open in Glenville’s Indian Meadows Park later this year. "It’s been a long time coming,” supervisor says.

New pickleball courts coming to Indian Meadows Park in Glenville Four new pickleball courts are set to open in Glenville’s Indian Meadows Park later this year after town lawmakers last week awarded a $294,872 contract to DelSignore Blacktop Paving, Inc. to pave the courts, according to Supervisor Chris Koetzle.

Photos from Tuesday's Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake graduation

Photos: 2024 Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake High School graduation Some looks at Tuesday's Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake High School graduation at Saratoga Performing Arts Center.

Look for Scotia-Glenville and BHBL graduation photos from 2013.

Photos: High School graduations, from 2008 to 2013 Cap Scrap is Cap & Gown today, with photos of past high school graduation ceremonies.

Whether you want an intimate meal with a few family members or more of a to-do with friends and extended family in the mix, here are a few ideas:

5 Places to Eat after graduation in the Capital Region Graduation season is upon us, with all its pomp and circumstance. If you’re looking to grab a quick bite to eat with the family after the ceremony, there’s no shortage of spots across the Capital Region.

She leaves Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake High School as a full-fledged runway model.

Nora Tomasky goes from BHBL to New York Fashion Week - Class of 2024 When it comes to carving out a unique high school experience, Nora Tomasky walked the walk.

She plans to combine her love of science with a love for animals into an animal science major at UMass Amherst in the fall.

Scotia-Glenville's Erin Smith embraces adventure - Class of 2024 Scotia-Glenville senior Erin Smith didn’t seek out competitive mountain biking at first, but she’s glad she went down that trail.

Four candidates are vying to secure the Democratic ballot line, including a pair of deputy county attorneys, a former county attorney and the incumbent.

A look at who's running in Dem primary for Schenectady County Family Court judge

Update: "The child has been located and is safe," state Division of Criminal Justice Services said at 1:15 p.m.

Child, 6, missing from Rotterdam found safe, police say The 6-year-old boy reported missing from Rotterdam Saturday has been found safe, the state Division of Criminal Justice Services said early Sunday afternoon.

Decades of wrangling public support and months of construction all led to this.

'A proud moment for the village': Scotia cuts ribbon on new firehouse Scotia officials on Friday officially unveiled the village’s new $8.8 million firehouse along Mohawk Avenue during a heavily-attended ribbon cutting ceremony that included current and former elected officials, state and federal representatives and other prominent community members.

slate of familiar faces are hoping to secure the Democratic ballot line in the race to be the next Schenectady County Family Court judge in Tuesday’s primary — with the winner likely going on to secure victory in November’s general election.

Four vie for Democratic ballot line in Schenectady County Family Court judge race A slate of familiar faces are hoping to secure the Democratic ballot line in the race to be the next Schenectady County Family Court judge in Tuesday’s primary — with the winner likely going on to secure victory in November’s general election.

Let us know your picks.

5 Best Places For Ice Cream in NY's Capital Region Although you can’t go wrong at most local ice cream shops, here are the five best places for ice cream, according to the Gazette’s wide-ranging news team.

The summer block party is set to feature a beer from five Schenectady Sips brewers — Back Barn Brewing, Frog Alley Brewing, Great Flats Brewing, Seven Points Brewery and Wolf Hollow Brewing.

Commemorative brew in store for SummerNight - Bite-Sized Schenectady County SummerNight — set for Friday, July 12 — is in for a whole new brew.

With the big show just two weeks away, the village of Scotia has released the schedule for its annual Independence Day Fireworks Celebration.

Scotia releases Independence Day fireworks show schedule

“Every student leaves a mark on my life, teaching me something new about myself and the world. Sadie, however, has left an indelible impression,” Scotia-Glenville drama club director says. “Her kindness and humor bring a smile to everyone's face, and her dedication to the club, both on and off the stage, is truly inspiring,”

Crane-bound Scotia-Glenville grad shines onstage, off - Class of 2024 SCOTIA-GLENVILLE - Sadie Krogh shines onstage.

They're hoping a move will be less cost-prohibitive than renovating the existing Village Hall and allow room for community space and future expansion.

Scotia eyeing moving village services to Pine Ridge Industries building Lawmakers are looking into the potential relocation of the existing municipal headquarters on the corner of North Ten Broeck Street and Mohawk Avenue to the former Pine Ridge Industries facility at 52 Market St.

The crash remained under investigation Monday, chief says

Identities released in fatal Glenville crash Police Monday released the identities of those involved in Friday morning's fatal crash off Freemans Bridge Road in Glenville.

Photos from the Mohawk Taproom & Grill in Scotia as it celebrates 10 years.

Photos: Mohawk Taproom Scotia SCOTIA - A look around Mohawk Taproom in Scotia.

The allegations include recorded jail phone calls around the time of the assault, according to a federal affidavit.

Feds: Trial testimony leads Schenectady man, 18, to assault victim in Glenville An 18-year-old Schenectady man assaulted someone in a Glenville restaurant parking lot last month over federal testimony in a drug case against his relatives, federal prosecutors say.