Troy
Coverage of Troy in the Nexus archive.
- Arrest warrant issued for person of interest in Troy homicide
An arrest warrant has been issued for a person of interest in a homicide in Troy. Police are actively searching for the individual connected to a fatal shooting in the area.
- Pedestrian hospitalized after being hit by car in Troy
A pedestrian was hospitalized after being struck by a car on River Street in Troy near the intersection of Bond Street. The Troy Police Department is investigating the incident that occurred Saturday night.
- Man, children escape Troy fire through second floor window
A man and two children escaped a fire in Troy on Friday by exiting through a second-floor window. The incident occurred in the city of Troy, but no further details about the cause or extent of the fire were provided in the article.
- Knickerbacker Aquatic Center opens in Troy
The Knickerbacker Aquatic Center held its grand opening in Troy on Thursday. The facility replaces the former Knickerbacker Pool, which closed in 2016.
- Convenience store chain opens first Capital Region location
QuickChek has opened its first Capital Region location. The store, located at 731 Hoosick Road in Brunswick (with a Troy address), opened on June 30.
- Troy Turkey Trot organizer accused of stealing over $100K
Troy Police Department arrested an organizer of the Troy Turkey Trot on Wednesday, who allegedly stole over $100,000 while organizing the road races. The organizer is accused of misappropriating funds related to the event.
- Troy man sentenced for deadly stabbing
A Troy man was sentenced to 25 years in state prison with five years of post-release supervision for a fatal stabbing that occurred in 2025. The individual, identified as Juan Rivera, is 27 years old.
- Knickerbacker Aquatic Center set to open in Troy
The Knickerbacker Aquatic Center in Troy is set to open during a heat wave in the Capital Region, with a grand opening scheduled for Thursday at 10:00 a.m.
- National Grid to begin cleanup at gas plant site in Troy
National Grid will begin contamination cleanup at a former manufactured gas plant site in Troy. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation announced the initiative.
- New fitness center opening in Troy
Crunch Fitness is opening a new location at 120 Hoosick Street in Troy on June 25. The facility will provide fitness enthusiasts in the Capital Region with a new option to pursue their fitness goals.
- 3 indicted by grand jury in connection to Troy stabbing
Three men were indicted by a Rensselaer County grand jury for their involvement in a Troy stabbing that resulted in the death of 37-year-old Sammy Vielle. They face charges of second degree murder and first degree gang assault.
- Why Rochester Road in Troy is such a mess right now -- and when drivers can expect relief
Construction on Rochester Road in Troy is causing significant traffic and business disruptions due to two simultaneous projects. The larger project, funded by federal and state grants, involves road widening and concrete boulevard construction between Sylvanwood and Barclay, with completion expected by 2027. A smaller project near Big Beaver Road is slated to finish by August 2026, while a three-week intersection closure near Long Lake Road has also impacted local businesses.
- Police investigating shots fired incident in Troy
Police in Troy are investigating a reports of shots fired in an alleyway near 5th Avenue and 107th Street on Wednesday evening. The Troy Police Department responded to the incident.
- Rochester Road construction impacting businesses in Troy
A construction project at the intersection of Long Lake and Rochester Road in Troy is impacting local businesses. The project is part of ongoing road construction in the area.
- 'It's really going to impact us': Troy lane closures worry businesses during peak summer season
Paving work at the intersection of Rochester Road and Long Lake Road in Troy will close parts of the intersection for three weeks during peak summer season, causing detours and concerns among nearby businesses. Local business owners, including those at Gilly's Ice Cream and The Honey Baked Ham Company, expressed worries about reduced customer access and financial impact, while the city cited efficiency as the reason for a full closure. Some customers have pledged to support businesses despite the disruption.
- Victim identified in fatal Troy stabbing
Police have identified the victim of a fatal stabbing that occurred in Troy on Saturday. The incident is under investigation, but no further details about the victim or suspect have been disclosed.
- Suspects identified in fatal Troy stabbing
The Troy Police Department has identified three suspects charged in connection with a fatal stabbing that occurred over the weekend.
- 1 dead, 1 injured after overnight stabbing in Troy
One man is dead and another injured after a stabbing occurred early Saturday morning in Troy. The Troy Police Department reported the incident.
- Illegal handguns seized in arrest of Troy man
A 25-year-old man from Troy was arrested for allegedly threatening someone with a handgun and was found in possession of three illegal handguns.
- Troy auctioning vacant properties, including former Ardex site
The city of Troy is auctioning vacant properties, including the former Ardex site. The auction includes city-owned real property.
- No charges, no answers: Family speaks out on Troy explosion case
An explosion in Troy in August 2025 nearly killed a 9-year-old girl and seriously injured her 5-year-old cousin. The investigation has closed without charges, leaving the family with unresolved questions.
- Teen stumbles on mysterious coin from legendary city, puzzling archaeologists over its journey
A 13-year-old German student discovered an ancient Greek coin in Berlin, dating back to the third century B.C. The coin was minted in Troy and features the goddess Athena. This find is significant as it is the first of its kind in Berlin.
- Alabama governor calls special session to move primaries for redistricting, while Georgia passes
Alabama Governor Kay Ivey has called a special session to move primaries for redistricting purposes, while Georgia has passed its own redistricting measures. The Alabama action aims to adjust primary dates to address redistricting challenges.
- Horse swept away in a fast-moving flood in Illinois rescued after eight hours
A horse named Troy was swept away in a fast-moving flood in Illinois and rescued after eight hours by firefighters and a local veterinarian. The rescue operation, which involved constructing a makeshift raft, took place in Coon Creek, approximately 60 miles northwest of Chicago.