Natalie Gillis was identified as the pilot and fatality in Monday's Colonie plane crash. Also, Saratoga County may potentially change the name of Saratoga National Historical Park. Tips to stay cool amid the northeast heatwave, the upcoming Albany County District Attorney race, and a medical student who's kept the same backpack since kindergarten, are all covered in your five things to know this Thursday morning.
ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- One more day until Friday, folks. Happy Thursday! According to Meteorologists Matt Mackie and Kevin Appleby, the heat index will be near 100 with temperatures expected to reach the mid to low 90s.
Natalie Gillis was identified as the pilot and fatality in Monday's Colonie plane crash. Also, Saratoga County may potentially change the name of Saratoga National Historical Park. Tips to stay cool amid the northeast heatwave, the upcoming Albany County District Attorney race, and the story of an emergency room doctor who's had the same backpack since kindergarten through medical school, are all covered in your five things to know this Thursday morning.
Natalie Gillis, a Canadian pilot known for her adventurous spirit and commitment to environmental conservation, tragically passed away on June 17, 2024, in Albany, New York. She was 34 years old.
Early voting is underway for the June 25th primary. One of the biggest races in the Capital Region is for Albany County District Attorney.
The Saratoga County Board of Supervisors is asking National Park Services for a name change from Saratoga National Historical Park to Saratoga National Battlefield Park. On Tuesday, the board voted unanimously to rename the park to commemorate the Battles of Saratoga.
Heating and cooling companies have experienced an above-average number of calls from homeowners during this long stretch of heat. The long days of heat, coupled with the age of the cooling system can cause air conditioning units to not function properly.
Imagine having the same backpack through all 13 years of grade school, four years of college, and then seven more years of medical school and residency! That is the case for a local emergency room doctor showing off her trusty companion this week after graduating from residency on June 13.
