Cocaine, Ecstasy, Adderall, Oh My: Drug Dealer From Region Busted Third Time This Year: PD
A convicted drug dealer from the region with an “extensive” criminal history has been arrested on felony drug charges for the third time this year.
Albany County resident Phillip Harris, age 46, was arrested near his Cohoes home on Wednesday, June 28, during a multi-agency investigation into his alleged drug activity.
Officers were gearing up to execute a search warrant at Harris’ Remsen Street apartment when they spotted him inside a vehicle two blocks away, according to Cohoes Police.
The driver of the vehicle, Catherina Mayotte, was found to have a suspended driver’s license.
Officers …
Update: 16-Year-Old Capital Region Boy Missing Over Week Found Safe
Update:
A 16-year-old boy from the region who had been missing for more than a week has been found.
Albany County resident Deondrae Thomas, of Cohoes, had last been seen leaving his home on Monday, April 3, according to Cohoes Police.
On Friday, April 14, police announced that Thomas had been found and was returned home safely.
Original story:
Police are asking that people be on the lookout for a 16-year-old boy from the region who has been missing for more than a week.
Albany County resident Deondrae Thomas, of Cohoes, was last seen leaving his home on Monday, April 3, according …
Wanted Man Fleeing Cops Dies After Crashing In Capital Region, Police Say
A 49-year-old man wanted by police died after leading troopers on a chase and crashing in the region, authorities said.
The Albany County incident began at around 1:30 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 1, when troopers reportedly witnessed Jason Benn, of Cohoes, driving erratically in Albany, on Washington Avenue Extension.
State Police said the vehicle matched the description of a vehicle that had been involved in an earlier police pursuit in Colonie.
When troopers attempted to stop Benn, he refused to pull over, triggering a pursuit.
During the chase, Benn struck multiple parked cars and police eve…
New Pizzeria In Capital Region Wins Praise From 'Crust Snob'
A new pizzeria in the region is quickly gaining favor among local foodies.
Spindle City Pizza, located in Albany County at 84 Ontario Street in Cohoes, opened in October 2022.
Its menu boasts several varieties of pizza, pasta, and wings, as well as starters like chicken wontons and garlic bites.
More adventurous diners can choose from various specialty pies, like the Sweet & Spicy, made with sausage, pepperoni, peppers, onions, and hot honey.
Just in time for Thanksgiving Eve ... We've got some new menu items rolling out!
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