H. R. Schneider
@schneidlee.bsky.social
Rapid Response Reporter at the Times Union 🦅
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Files trace Luciano Frattolin's movements and increasingly worried calls and texts from the mother of Melina Frattolin on the night the 9-year-old disappeared.
Court documents show how police zeroed in on father in Melina Frattolin case
Files trace Luciano Frattolin's movements and increasingly worried calls and texts from the mother of Melina Frattolin on the night the 9-year-old disappeared.
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February 6, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Files trace Luciano Frattolin's movements and increasingly worried calls and texts from the mother of Melina Frattolin on the night the 9-year-old disappeared.
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“I haven’t seen or heard from you for months,” Jeffrey Epstein wrote in May 2016. “If I made a mistake I’m sorry.”
Bard President Leon Botstein assured Epstein that that was not the case.
“I miss you,” he wrote.
Sarah Trafton reports.
Bard President Leon Botstein assured Epstein that that was not the case.
“I miss you,” he wrote.
Sarah Trafton reports.
‘I miss you’: Emails detail close ties between Jeffrey Epstein and Bard President Leon Botstein
Leon Botstein’s name appears in the Epstein files more than 2,500 times, including arranging travel to Epstein’s island and a visit with “girls” to the college.
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February 6, 2026 at 12:50 PM
“I haven’t seen or heard from you for months,” Jeffrey Epstein wrote in May 2016. “If I made a mistake I’m sorry.”
Bard President Leon Botstein assured Epstein that that was not the case.
“I miss you,” he wrote.
Sarah Trafton reports.
Bard President Leon Botstein assured Epstein that that was not the case.
“I miss you,” he wrote.
Sarah Trafton reports.
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journalists are workers who deserve to be paid fairly for our labor and I think that far too few consumers of media recognize or even care about this fact
February 4, 2026 at 5:20 PM
journalists are workers who deserve to be paid fairly for our labor and I think that far too few consumers of media recognize or even care about this fact
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Hochul hopped on the anti-ICE train with some new, two-pronged legislation.
One proposal, to ban jail contracts, would be big.
The other... maybe not so much.
I've said it before: 287(g) is the red herring of local ICE collaboration.
From @liv-veazey.bsky.social and @sammellins.bsky.social:
One proposal, to ban jail contracts, would be big.
The other... maybe not so much.
I've said it before: 287(g) is the red herring of local ICE collaboration.
From @liv-veazey.bsky.social and @sammellins.bsky.social:
January 31, 2026 at 4:47 PM
Hochul hopped on the anti-ICE train with some new, two-pronged legislation.
One proposal, to ban jail contracts, would be big.
The other... maybe not so much.
I've said it before: 287(g) is the red herring of local ICE collaboration.
From @liv-veazey.bsky.social and @sammellins.bsky.social:
One proposal, to ban jail contracts, would be big.
The other... maybe not so much.
I've said it before: 287(g) is the red herring of local ICE collaboration.
From @liv-veazey.bsky.social and @sammellins.bsky.social:
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The jet stream currently blowing cold air into the region may move away by mid-February.
New York is locked in a deep freeze. Here’s when it will warm up.
The jet stream currently blowing cold air into the region may move away by mid-February.
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February 5, 2026 at 11:50 AM
The jet stream currently blowing cold air into the region may move away by mid-February.
ICYMI
First off, many thank you’s are in order
Thank you to all our members who braved the cold in solidarity. Thank you to the Capital District Area Labor Federation for joining us on the picket line. Thank you to Gov. Hochul for showing her support (1/3)
Thank you to all our members who braved the cold in solidarity. Thank you to the Capital District Area Labor Federation for joining us on the picket line. Thank you to Gov. Hochul for showing her support (1/3)
February 5, 2026 at 1:19 PM
ICYMI
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After a few weeks delay, ICE just released new detention statistics. They show 70,766 people in detention as of 1/26/2026. I believe this is the first time this data source has reported a detained population over 70k.
February 2, 2026 at 10:33 PM
After a few weeks delay, ICE just released new detention statistics. They show 70,766 people in detention as of 1/26/2026. I believe this is the first time this data source has reported a detained population over 70k.
Shen later confirmed a family was detained
Images shared online show at least 3 men standing in and around an open doorway, 1 wearing a balaclava and a vest labeled “Police ERO" with magazines strapped to it. A snow shovel, sneakers and pink rain boots could be seen near the doorway
Images shared online show at least 3 men standing in and around an open doorway, 1 wearing a balaclava and a vest labeled “Police ERO" with magazines strapped to it. A snow shovel, sneakers and pink rain boots could be seen near the doorway
Two adults and three children were detained Wednesday morning after ICE agents entered an apartment without a judicial warrant, advocates said. @schneidlee.bsky.social reports.
ICE enters Clifton Park apartment, detains 2 adults, 3 children, advocates say
More children, along with their parents, were allegedly detained by ICE on Wednesday, this time at North Pointe Apartments in Clifton Park. Advocates say they entered without a warrant.
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January 30, 2026 at 12:32 PM
Shen later confirmed a family was detained
Images shared online show at least 3 men standing in and around an open doorway, 1 wearing a balaclava and a vest labeled “Police ERO" with magazines strapped to it. A snow shovel, sneakers and pink rain boots could be seen near the doorway
Images shared online show at least 3 men standing in and around an open doorway, 1 wearing a balaclava and a vest labeled “Police ERO" with magazines strapped to it. A snow shovel, sneakers and pink rain boots could be seen near the doorway
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Albany police identified the man and woman killed in what is believed to be a murder-suicide Tuesday on Myrtle Avenue.
Albany police ID man, woman killed in alleged murder-suicide on Myrtle Avenue
Albany police identified the man and woman killed in what is believed to be a murder-suicide Tuesday on Myrtle Avenue.
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January 30, 2026 at 2:00 AM
Albany police identified the man and woman killed in what is believed to be a murder-suicide Tuesday on Myrtle Avenue.
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The violent occupation of Minneapolis started with a vlog. I've wanted to find a framework to describe Nick Shirley & others like him: "Influencer" is too quaint. "Journalist" is obviously wrong.
I landed on "slopagandist."
Gift link (open in a web browser) www.theverge.com/news/869824/...
I landed on "slopagandist."
Gift link (open in a web browser) www.theverge.com/news/869824/...
What is Nick Shirley?
Slop doesn’t need to be AI-generated
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January 29, 2026 at 5:44 PM
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Albany Mayor Dorcey Applyrs' plans for the city include boosting its fun quotient — and that includes a possible reincarnation of the notoriously rowdy Kegs & Eggs fest, but without the property destruction and excessive bacchanalia. Patrick Tine reports.
Applyrs battles 'narratives' and perceptions in first state of the city address
Applyrs battles “narratives,” perceptions in state of city speech focused on safety, housing, entertainment and the possible return of the notorious March celebration as a family friendly event.
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January 28, 2026 at 4:52 PM
Albany Mayor Dorcey Applyrs' plans for the city include boosting its fun quotient — and that includes a possible reincarnation of the notoriously rowdy Kegs & Eggs fest, but without the property destruction and excessive bacchanalia. Patrick Tine reports.
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I talked to Albany-raised filmmaker @michaelpremo.bsky.social about "Homegrown," his doc on right-wing activists that began on 2020 campaign trail & led to the middle of the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol. It's avail. to stream now, but for some reason (??), big US distributors haven't picked it up.
Albany filmmaker’s Jan. 6 doc ‘Homegrown’ premieres with new epilogue
Albany-born filmmaker Michael Premo’s “Homegrown” follows three Proud Boys members through 2020 campaign and Jan. 6 riot, premieres with updated epilogue.
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January 28, 2026 at 4:32 PM
I talked to Albany-raised filmmaker @michaelpremo.bsky.social about "Homegrown," his doc on right-wing activists that began on 2020 campaign trail & led to the middle of the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol. It's avail. to stream now, but for some reason (??), big US distributors haven't picked it up.
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The precipitation likely to continue into Friday will be accompanied by a dramatic temperature drop and the approach of a potentially major storm on Sunday.
Lake-effect snow, squalls expected Thursday in upstate
The precipitation likely to continue into Friday will be accompanied by a dramatic temperature drop and the approach of a potentially major storm on Sunday.
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January 22, 2026 at 4:00 PM
The precipitation likely to continue into Friday will be accompanied by a dramatic temperature drop and the approach of a potentially major storm on Sunday.
The only superbowl I care about rn 🦉
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Great horned owls are heading into egg-laying season just as a winter storm is forecast to bring snow, sleet and frigid temperatures.
Owls enter egg-laying season as major winter storm barrels toward New York
Great horned owls are heading into egg-laying season just as a winter storm is forecast to bring snow, sleet and frigid temperatures.
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January 22, 2026 at 3:51 PM
The only superbowl I care about rn 🦉
📝by Nora Mishanec
📝by Nora Mishanec
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Tests show no signs of microbes following the discovery Monday of a burst water main along British American Boulevard.
Colonie lifts boil-water advisory after pipe rupture
Tests show no signs of microbes following the discovery Monday of a burst water main along British American Boulevard.
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January 22, 2026 at 12:40 PM
Tests show no signs of microbes following the discovery Monday of a burst water main along British American Boulevard.
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Meteorologists are still watching a major winter storm that could hit the region this weekend, but forecasts show it trending northward.
National Weather Service: Weekend winter storm trends northward toward Albany area
Meteorologists are still watching a major winter storm that could hit the region this weekend, but forecasts show it trending northward.
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January 21, 2026 at 7:20 PM
Meteorologists are still watching a major winter storm that could hit the region this weekend, but forecasts show it trending northward.
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Albany County Sheriff Craig Apple said it’s common for people to drop off pets due to moving or financial strain, but it’s inexcusable not to alert a shelter. @schneidlee.bsky.social reports.
Albany woman arrested after allegedly leaving dog outside Mohawk Hudson Humane Society
An Albany woman was charged Tuesday with allegedly leaving her dog outside the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society and not alerting staff. The dog later died from exposure.
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January 14, 2026 at 5:13 PM
Albany County Sheriff Craig Apple said it’s common for people to drop off pets due to moving or financial strain, but it’s inexcusable not to alert a shelter. @schneidlee.bsky.social reports.
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A trademark application has been filed for what’s called Enchanted Parks Great Escape Lodge.
New filings suggest changes could be on the way for Queensbury's Great Escape
A trademark application has been filed for what’s called Enchanted Parks Great Escape Lodge.
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January 14, 2026 at 3:10 PM
A trademark application has been filed for what’s called Enchanted Parks Great Escape Lodge.
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A 52-year-old Pawling woman was arrested after she allegedly shoved several demonstrators at an ICE protest.
Hudson Valley woman arrested at Pawling ICE protest, charged with criminal mischief
A 52-year-old Pawling woman was arrested after she allegedly shoved several demonstrators at an ICE protest.
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January 13, 2026 at 12:40 PM
A 52-year-old Pawling woman was arrested after she allegedly shoved several demonstrators at an ICE protest.
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A 46-year-old woman who was being held in Clinton County jail on a misdemeanor drug charge was allegedly incoherent and covered in her own feces and urine for days before she died on Jan. 2.
Witness describes a 'cold-hearted' death in a North Country jail
A 46-year-old woman who was being held in Clinton County jail on a misdemeanor drug charge was allegedly incoherent and covered in her own feces and urine for days before she died on Jan. 2.
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January 13, 2026 at 11:50 AM
A 46-year-old woman who was being held in Clinton County jail on a misdemeanor drug charge was allegedly incoherent and covered in her own feces and urine for days before she died on Jan. 2.
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A number of crashes have caused traffic delays during the Monday morning commute on Interstates 87 and 787 and State Route 7.
Crashes, stalled vehicles cause delays for Albany-area commuters
A number of crashes have caused traffic delays during the Monday morning commute on Interstates 87 and 787 and State Route 7.
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January 12, 2026 at 4:00 PM
A number of crashes have caused traffic delays during the Monday morning commute on Interstates 87 and 787 and State Route 7.
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I have been patiently waiting for someone to write this article about Jud, the priest in the new Knives Out movie, and his Albany origins
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How Albany ended up in ‘Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery’
“Wake Up Dead Man” production designer Rick Heinrichs explains how a Hudson Valley village and New York’s capital city ended up playing big roles in Netflix’s “Knives Out” sequel.
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January 11, 2026 at 6:13 PM
I have been patiently waiting for someone to write this article about Jud, the priest in the new Knives Out movie, and his Albany origins
www.timesunion.com/movies/artic...
www.timesunion.com/movies/artic...
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In a first under New York’s right of first refusal law, North Elba residents blocked a private equity firm from buying their manufactured home park.
How this small Adirondack town used a new law to save its mobile home park
In a first under New York’s right of first refusal law, North Elba residents blocked a private equity firm from buying their manufactured home park.
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January 11, 2026 at 6:30 PM
In a first under New York’s right of first refusal law, North Elba residents blocked a private equity firm from buying their manufactured home park.
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Nearly half of the buildings on Albany’s registry of rental properties do not have valid permits necessary for renting apartments to the public. Two people died in an unpermitted residence last month. Patrick Tine reports.
Thousands of city properties have expired occupancy permits
Buildings and Regulatory Compliance director says “initial review” of missing residential occupancy permits will be followed by weekly updates.
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January 12, 2026 at 12:24 PM
Nearly half of the buildings on Albany’s registry of rental properties do not have valid permits necessary for renting apartments to the public. Two people died in an unpermitted residence last month. Patrick Tine reports.
Extremely disappointed to learn snake massages are not, in fact, giving your pet ball python a relaxing day at the spa
Hosted by Proctors Theatre, the event features taxidermy workshops, snake massages, circus performances, artisan vendors and more.
Upstate NY Nightmare Expo promises ‘a little weird for everybody’
Hosted by Proctors Theatre, the event features taxidermy workshops, snake massages, circus performances, artisan vendors and more.
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January 9, 2026 at 1:31 PM
Extremely disappointed to learn snake massages are not, in fact, giving your pet ball python a relaxing day at the spa