5 things to know this Friday, July 12

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Happy Friday! According to Meteorologist Matt Mackie, today will be another warm one with temperatures in the high 80s and a chance of showers later on in the afternoon.

The chief of the Cambridge-Greenwich Police Department was placed on paid leave after he was arrested in Salem on Wednesday. The Village of Cambridge Board of Trustees said the incident involved Chief Robert Danko, 44, and his estranged wife. Also, opening day for the 2024 Summer Meet took place Thursday at the Saratoga Race Course. Gates officially opened at 11 a.m. and First Post was at 1:10 p.m. These stories, and more, are covered in your five things to know this Friday morning.

1. Police chief on paid leave after domestic incident arrest

The chief of the Cambridge-Greenwich Police Department was placed on paid leave after he was arrested in Salem on Wednesday. The Village of Cambridge Board of Trustees said the incident involved Chief Robert Danko, 44, and his estranged wife.

2. First woman promoted to captain in Troy PD

A historic milestone for the City of Troy as the first woman has been raised to the rank of captain. The mayor and police chief swore in Mary Magnetto, who has worked for the Troy Police Department for nearly two decades.

3. Mayor’s reward leads to Granville bench thief ID

If you’re passing along Granville’s rail trail there’s a problem. Park benches which cost over $800 a piece have been stolen and the mayor isn’t taking it sitting down.

4. City of Hudson to charge homeowners sidewalk fee

The City of Hudson has officially begun its project to revamp the city’s infrastructure, including significant repairs to sidewalks to ensure that streets meet the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards.

5. Racing fans attend Opening Day 2024 at Saratoga

Opening Day for the 2024 Summer Meet took place Thursday at the Saratoga Race Course. Gates officially opened at 11 a.m. and First Post was at 1:10 p.m.