Things I enjoy: Being a twenty-something in the Albany area, hanging out with friends, going on spontaneous adventures, and glitter. Things I do not enjoy: Being late, roadwork, and spiders.
Courtney Carr
Firefighter Turned Marine a ‘Hometown Hero’
This week's "Hometown Hero," Jordan Barach of Bethlehem, worked as a firefighter, EMT, and also serves as a Marine.
Troy on Tap
Troy on Tap Beer Festival is happening on Saturday, September 6th.
Friend Who Started Scholarship Fund in Memory of Hoosick Falls Native a ‘Hometown Hero’
This week's "Hometown Hero," Alex Lilac raised $15,000 for a scholarship fund in memory of a Capital Region native who lost his life this year.
Labor Day 2014 in Albany – What’s Open and What’s Closed?
Labor Day is a great time to relax with family and remember what is important in your lives while also enjoying some BBQ food or outdoor activities.
Insane Inflatable 5K: Training
Getting ready for the Insane Inflatable 5K? The unique 5k takes place on September 13 so getting ready to tackle the numerous obstacles should be a top priority.
Civil Servant With Many Hats a ‘Hometown Hero’
This week's "Hometown Hero," Stephen Freiberger, of Stillwater, has worked a multitude of jobs as a civil servant, including working as an EMT, Army veteran, police officer, and firefighter.
Oak Hill Flight Paramedic a ‘Hometown Hero’
This week's "Hometown Hero," Aidan O'Connor Jr., of Oak Hill, works as a flight paramedic for Lifenet of NY at the base located at the South Albany airport.
Halfmoon Man Who Raises Money for Kids to Attend College a ‘Hometown Hero’
This week's "Hometown Hero," Gerald Christie, of Halfmoon, started a nonprofit organization to raise money for students who cannot afford to attend college. But what inspired him to start his generous organization may qualify him to be a "hero" in and of itself.
Schenectady Woman Delivers Baby in Apartment, Becomes a ‘Hometown Hero’
This week's "Hometown Hero," Diana Wahid, of Schenectady, became what some may call a "hero" after she delivered a baby in her own apartment building.
Philanthropic Pet Photographer a ‘Hometown Hero’
This week's "Hometown Hero," Jessica Painter, of Albany, works to give animals a second chance at life with new families. She does this by taking professional photographs of animals in shelters in hopes that those photographs will get the animals adopted...
Post-Race Photos
104.5 The Team’s Joe Bianchino was at Belmont this weekend and these are his last photos covering the race. B
e sure to check us out on Twitter @1045TheTeam.
Saturday Photos: Pre-Race
104.5 The Team’s Joe Bianchino is at Belmont this weekend. Follow all of his coverage here. Also be sure to check us out on Twitter @1045TheTeam.