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Anthony and Filomena Fiacco never dreamed when they planted a blue spruce in their front yard nearly 30 years ago that the tree would someday be on display in Albany as an official state holiday tree.
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Union rallies to tie Brown, 3-3

Union rallies to tie Brown, 3-3

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Schalmont claims Class B title
posted Nov. 7, 2009

Streaks are Class AA champs
posted Nov. 7, 2009

Fort Hood rampage
posted Nov. 6, 2009



Echoes of Hootie fine with audience for Darius Rucker
Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009

Saturday night in front of packed house at the Palace Theatre, Darius Rucker more than fully proved his country chops. But it sure sounded like Hootie and the Blowfish.

'5 Women' predictable, but directed well
Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009

The Alan Ball comedy “Five Women Wearing the Same Dress”, Albany Civic Theater’s current stage offering, brings five bridesmaids together in the bedroom of the bride's self-loathing little sister.

Photo of Plenty to ‘SMiLE’ about
Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009

It’s fitting that Brian Wilson is playing the upbeat, sunny surf music of The Beach Boys again. In recent years, he has gradually moved back into the spotlight, rejuvenating his solo career with “SMiLE” and his latest album, a companion concept album released last year titled “That Lucky Old Sun.”

Muldaur proves she's still got it, jug band in tow
Friday, Nov. 6, 2009

No, it wasn’t midnight at the oasis, it was early evening in town. But it was Maria Muldaur, evoking her old-timey pre-hit music with four guys born after she was already a star.

Photo of Film Review: Albanian woman’s moral dilemma unfolds within a rich scenario
Friday, Nov. 6, 2009

In “Lorna’s Silence,” we meet a young Albanian woman who is a literary descendant of a character right out of a Dostoevsky novel.

Photo of Film Review: Chanelling Coco
Friday, Nov. 6, 2009

I was eager to watch “Coco Before Chanel” for two reasons. One was a chance to take in the performance of Audrey Tautou, an actress I’ve long admired. Another was a chance to meet and learn more about the legendary Coco Chanel.

Photo of Actresses see themselves in characters of play
Thursday, Nov. 5, 2009

There are five female characters in Alan Ball’s 1993 play, “Five Women Wearing the Same Dress,” and Corey White says she can see herself in all five of them.

Photo of Live in the Clubs: Familiarity instills confidence in band Red Haired Strangers
Thursday, Nov. 5, 2009

With a second album (and first with a full band), “The Hilltown Sessions,” set for release sometime this fall, the Red Haired Strangers are gearing up for the future. They’ll be performing at Tess’ Lark Tavern along with Matt Durfee and the Rattling Baddlies Saturday night.

Photo of Unique trio gains audience through its performances at political events
Thursday, Nov. 5, 2009

Suzanne Gilchrest, the flutist with Eight Strings and a Whistle, which will debut today at Skidmore College’s Filene Recital Hall, has encountered more politicians than she ever dreamed of.

Photo of Jukebox: Multiple choices include Marshall Crenshaw, Robert Cray and Maria Muldaur
Thursday, Nov. 5, 2009

There will be double vision onstage this week: two bluesmen at The Egg on Friday, two shows each at the Van Dyck by Maria Muldaur and Marshall Crenshaw ; and two singer-songwriters at The Egg on Saturday.

Photo of He’s a little bit country
Thursday, Nov. 5, 2009

In the past year, Hootie and the Blowfish frontman Darius Rucker has been embraced by the mainstream country music machine.

Emanuel Ax plays Chopin, Schumann program brilliantly
Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009

The inspired artistry of pianist Emanuel Ax mesmerized a capacity crowd Wednesday night at Union College’s Memorial Chapel as part of the 38th International Festival of Chamber Music.

Peter Yorn never veers far from middle of the road
Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009

Peter Yorn doesn’t like to give away much of himself on stage.

Photo of From the SCCC Kitchen: Scone recipe emphasizes savory, ignores sweet
Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009

When Vera Dordick makes scones, she thinks “savory” instead of “sweet.” That’s because she replaces fruits with pesto and mozzarella.

Photo of Plenty of Wiggle room
Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009

It’s not just children and their parents who are fans of The Wiggles these days. The popular children’s band has been cultivating lifelong followers.



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