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Outside the box

Unique chocolate treats offer break from Valentine’s Day tradition

While chocolate is often seen as a can’t-fail Valentines gift, the traditional heart-shaped box of sweets might strike some as clichéd. But for those looking to stray from convention will be met with a sweet surprise at Capital District candy shops.

May the best mac win

Mac-n-Cheese Bowl to benefit appetites, food bank

One of America’s favorite comfort foods will take over the Albany Marriott ballroom on Saturday for the fourth annual Mac-n-Cheese Bowl.

Sending secrets

Frank Warren discusses years-long PostSecret Project at UAlbany visit

On Tuesday, Feb. 5, PostSecret creator Frank Warren gave a keynote presentation at the University at Albany as part of the college’s recognition of Sexuality Month

Car charge stations powering up

State and federal dollars mean public chargers more common

On Tuesday, Feb. 5, the owners of Tri City Rentals unveiled two new electric vehicle charging stations at their Woodlake Apartments complex in Guilderland on Old School House Road.

Beyond the rose

Local florists say color and variety add a fun twist to Valentine’s Day

Although red roses continue to be a top seller on Valentine’s Day, some florists have noticed more women are looking for something a little less traditional on the annual day of love.

Saratoga gets En Pointe

The National Museum of Dance in Saratoga Springs has announced a citywide arts project for 2013 that doubles as a fundraiser: Saratoga En Pointe.

Fervent frustration at firearms forum

State Police answer questions on new gun laws, face charged reactions

Hunters and competitive shooters turned out in numbers at a Wednesday, Jan. 30, forum held by police to field questions about the state’s new gun laws, but the most popular query — why the law was adopted in the first place — went largely unanswered.

Porco movie to air March 23

Lifetime movie to showcase Delmar killings

Lifetime television network has released the air date of its small screen movie about the Christopher Porco murder case.

Stepping it up

Black History Month Step Show a big regional draw

Step, a cross between competitive cheerleading and African dance, will explode at the Palace Theatre for the ninth year running on Feb. 8.

Bethlehem school seeks historical recipes

Completed cookbook to be fundraiser

The private Bethlehem Children’s School is putting together a cookbook made up of local family favorites

A dedicated cast

Middle schoolers to perform ‘Annie Jr.’ four times

America’s favorite redheaded orphan is coming to Bethlehem, and audiences have rarely seen such dedication from a cast.

Caring for caregivers

Alzheimer’s support groups provide empathy and encouragement

The Alzheimer’s Association of Northeastern New York offers support groups at more than 30 locations across 12 counties to help care-giving partners and individuals with early stage Alzheimer’s or others forms of dementia.

A picture of health

Glenmont woman takes new approach with dieting app

Keeping up with a diet can be tough, but Christy Venter of Glenmont has created what she believes to be a new approach to eating healthy.

Grants aim to keep history afloat

Erie Canalway grants awarded to three area organizations

The Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor announced $45,800 in grants awarded to nine organizations throughout the state at Proctors on Friday, Jan. 18. Three Capital District organizations will receive a total of $17,500.

Bully-proof armor

Program takes alternative approach to stop bullying

Finding exactly how to stop bullying has always been a question asked in schools. Today, the age-old problem is only getting more attention.

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