Rensselaer County
Coverage of Rensselaer County in the Nexus archive.
- Fire at Capital Combat Zone in Rensselaer County
Crews responded to a fire at Capital Combat Zone, a Brunswick paintball facility on Farrell Road in Rensselaer County. Approximately a dozen departments were involved in the response.
- Troy lottery player claims $1M-winning scratch-off prize
A Rensselaer County lottery player claimed a $1 million-winning scratch-off prize from the '50Xtra' game. The New York Lottery announced the win, marking the top prize for that game.
- Person drowns while swimming in Rensselaer County river
A person drowned while swimming in the Hoosic River in Rensselaer County. New York State Police are investigating the incident.
- Women-owned bakery opening storefront in East Greenbush
Grandma's Hands Bakery, a women-owned and operated bakery based in Hudson, is expanding to Rensselaer County by opening a storefront at 40 Iroquois Place in East Greenbush.
- Libraries partner with United Way to expand digital access in rural communities
Libraries in Rensselaer, Schenectady, and Saratoga Counties are expanding access to affordable internet and technology with a $100,000 investment from United Way of the Greater Capital Region. The initiative aims to improve digital access in rural communities.
- Johnsonville homicide cold case still being investigated
A Rensselaer County woman was killed eight years ago, and the Johnsonville homicide cold case remains under investigation. The case has not been resolved despite ongoing efforts.