Troy, NY Local News, Events, and Information

Albany Mon. Dec 6 2021

Mothers and Children in Crisis Collects Winter Clothes for Those in Need and to Raise Awareness

The volunteers of Mothers and Children in Crisis are collecting children winter clothes for those who have parents in the court system.

Tamara Starr Editor

Mothers and Children in Crisis Collects Winter Clothes for Those in Need and to Raise Awareness

Tamara Starr Editor

Albany Thu. Dec 2 2021

How can we make things better for New Yorkers?

Tamara Starr, Editor of Emperial Samaritan, shares her thoughts on New York's next chapter as 2022 approaches.

Tamara Starr Editor

How can we make things better for New Yorkers?

Tamara Starr Editor

Troy Weather: Wednesday April 24

High: 56°

Low: 35°

Wind: 11 MPH WNW

Chance of rain: 86%

Patchy rain nearby, with a high of 56 and low of 35 degrees. Patchy rain nearby for the morning, clear for the afternoon and evening, cloudy overnight.

New York Thu. Dec 2 2021

UN Program Says that Over a Billion Volunteers Worldwide Can Act as a Global Reset

From Peru to Lebanon, the report shows how volunteers can create a real impact with their communities.

Tamara Starr Editor

UN Program Says that Over a Billion Volunteers Worldwide Can Act as a Global Reset

Tamara Starr Editor

Albany Thu. Dec 2 2021

NY National Guard Help to Support Trees for Troops

For 17 years, the program has been giving to military families and deployed troops.

Tamara Starr Editor

NY National Guard Help to Support Trees for Troops

Tamara Starr Editor

Troy event

Thu Dec 9 6:00 pm

Make and Marg: Fabric Holiday Trees

Get cozy with your FREE margarita and these cute fabric trees at Franklin Alley Social Club.

Gretchen Roberts Contributor

Gretchen Roberts Contributor

Rensselaer County COVID-19 Statistics

Troy and Rensselaer County COVID-19 Coverage and Statistics

There have been 42,438 cases in a county with a population of 158,714

n/a cases per 100,000

n/a infection rate

42 deaths

Troy event

Sat Dec 11 8:00 pm

Sean Rowe

Sean Rowe hometown show!

Gretchen Roberts Contributor

Troy event

Sat Dec 18 9:00 am

Create a Stained Glass Panel (1 Session)

Create a beautiful stained glass panel!

Gretchen Roberts Contributor

Albany Wed. Dec 1 2021

Law Eased Process for Veterans to Get Service Dogs, But There is a Need for More Volunteer Trainers

A new law makes it easier for veterans suffering from PTSD to receive service dogs. However, more volunteers in upstate New York are needed to help train the dogs.

Tamara Starr Editor

Law Eased Process for Veterans to Get Service Dogs, But There is a Need for More Volunteer Trainers

Tamara Starr Editor

Troy event

Thu Dec 2 10:00 am

Beginner Hand Built Pottery Workshop (3 Sessions)

In this beginner to intermediate workshop, you will learn how to create unique pottery pieces for your home.

Gretchen Roberts Contributor

New York Mon. Nov 29 2021

Holiday Toy Drive Hopes to Help 4,000 NYC Kids in Need

Child Center of NY is about to kick off their annual toy drive in hopes of helping 4,000 children in need for the holidays.

Tamara Starr Editor

Holiday Toy Drive Hopes to Help 4,000 NYC Kids in Need

Tamara Starr Editor

Albany event

Sun Dec 5 12:00 pm

New York State's Holiday Tree Lighting

Celebrate the season at the beautiful Empire State Plaza with FREE activities including the official ceremony and tre

Tamara Starr Editor

Tamara Starr Editor

New York Mon. Nov 22 2021

Hundreds Volunteer to Help New Yorkers in Need with Thanksgiving and Chanukah Giveaway

While the pandemic has increased the need for help among the less fortunate, that is not stopping volunteers from answering the call to help.

Tamara Starr Editor

Tamara Starr Editor