Jesse Taylor

A Schenectady County nonprofit focused on stemming youth violence could benefit from money already allocated in the New York state budget. But, underscoring a larger issue with the Raise the Age funding model, the head of the organization wasn’t even aware the funding exists until recently.

How can Albany best utilize $400 million in state funding? Hundreds of business leaders, residents, and government officials gathered at the Capital Center to provide their input.

A yearlong back and forth over contract negotiations between Albany Medical Center and the New York State Nurses Association is coming to an end.

Sometimes, artists experience a creative block. But Nathan Sawaya gets creative with blocks. His “The Art of the Brick” exhibit features dinosaurs, sculptures and re-creations of artwork all made of Legos. Before the exhibit opens at Schenectady’s Armory Thursday, I spoke with Sawaya about everything that inspires his work – from child hood memories to his life’s journey.

The Schenectady County Library is hoping to begin a new chapter as it begins developing a strategic plan. The library’s efforts come after a controversial decision last year left some patrons reading between the lines.

A Schenectady theater company will receive millions of dollars in state funding to improve accessibility and upgrade its buildings.

The Schenectady City Council has once again delayed a vote on opting in to New York's Good Cause Eviction law. Now, the council will form a task force to examine the city's housing needs.

A restaurant in Schenectady is the inspiration behind new legislation introduced by Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara.

Discover Schenectady has begun a voluntary program aimed at promoting eco-friendly business practices. The opt-in model was implemented after the County Legislature declined to adopt a formal law.

New York State Police say an autopsy shows the 9-year-old Canadian girl found in Ticonderoga over the weekend died by drowning. The report also rules the death a homicide as the girl’s father has been charged with murder.