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‘The Marvels’ review: Brisk team-up affair refuses to take up much of your time

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:31:30 GMT

Maybe it’s coming in with lowered expectations for the movie after reading the recent Variety piece shedding light on creative issues within the Hollywood powerhouse that is Disney-owned Marvel Studios.Perhaps, it’s that it’s the rare big-budget action affair — superhero-centric or otherwise — that doesn’t overstay its welcome, clocking in at well under two hours.Or, you know, it could just be that “The Marvels” is pretty fun.Directed and co-written by Nia DaCosta, the 33rd big-screen affair in the Marvel Cinematic Universe is a pedal-to-the-medal and often humorous adventure that serves as a sequel to both the 2019 movie “Captain Marvel” and the 2020 MCU Disney+ series “Ms. Marvel.”Related Articles ‘The Marvels’ review: Brisk team-up affair refuses to take up much of your time Joan Baez said she wanted a ‘warts and all’ film about her life. She got one What to watch: ‘The Holdovers’ could be a new holiday classic Column: Sho...

Things to do in the North Country this weekend: Nov. 10-12

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:31:30 GMT

GLENS FALLS, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Head to downtown Glen Street and you'll hear the hype. The Adirondack Thunder is hitting the ice at Cool Insuring Arena this weekend for two games as the team's 2023-24 ECHL hockey season takes off. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Glens Falls is the place to be this weekend, with local theater and the Glens Falls Symphony rounding out the program - but the city isn't everything. Veteran's Day weekend can be given a salute in Lake George at the field of flags, or with a glass of wine at Adirondack Winery. Here's what's happening in the area this weekend.Fort AnnOpen Mic ThursdaysEvery Thursday, 7-9 p.m.Open mic night at The Trap In Fort AnnThe Trap, 5 Buttermilk Falls Road2-drink minimumFort Edward3rd annual Holiday Craft & Vendor FairSunday, Nov. 12, 1-3 p.m.Annual craft fair hosted by the Fort Edward Booster ClubFort Edward Central School District, 220 Broadway, Fort Edward Dave’s Hot Chicken op...

Rockefeller Tree cut down in Vestal

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:31:30 GMT

VESTAL, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) - Rockefeller Center's iconic holiday landmark has officially been chopped down at a Vestal home. Crews cut down the 80-foot-tall, approximately 12-ton, 43-foot-in-diameter Norway Spruce as this year's Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Thursday at 8 a.m. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! After its removal, it was hoisted by a huge crane onto a 115-foot-long trailer. The tree will be kept in a secure storage location as it awaits its arrival to New York City. A flatbed truck will bring the spruce into Manhattan on November 11 before it is put into place by a crane at Rockefeller Center. The 2023 Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree is donated by the McGinley family. Homeowner Jackie McGinely said that it's been a bittersweet process saying goodbye to the tree, but it's a once in a lifetime opportunity that will impact so many people, even beyond our community. Christmas Tree Shops announces ‘last day’ of bu...

Veterans Day offers available at Crossgates Mall

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:31:30 GMT

GUILDERLAND, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- In celebration of Veterans Day, a handful of merchants and venues at Crossgates Malls are providing veterans and active-duty military members with special offers on Friday and Saturday. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The year-round military discounts are still available by showing your military ID. The Veterans Day offers are:110 Grill: Complimentary lunch for Veterans and Active-Duty Military on Friday, November 10th only from a select menu (tax, gratuity, and beverage will be charged separately). The offer is available from 11:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. APEX Entertainment: 15% off Attractions for Active Military, Veterans, and Families. Free Bowling Shoes, BOGO Pizza, $2 Select Draft Beers (max 6 guests per bowling lane).Dave & Buster’s: Stop by on Veterans Day weekend & grab a FREE entrée up to $20 + $10 Power Card, all on us! Bring the whole fam & have fun all weekend long, Friday ...

Troy Police seize illegal firearm in robbery case

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:31:30 GMT

LANSINGBURGH, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Two individuals were arrested following a robbery in Lansingburgh on Tuesday afternoon. Police say the victim, a 57-year-old male from Troy, had prescription pills stolen from him. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Two suspects were located nearby and taken into custody following a brief foot pursuit. One of the suspects was found to have a loaded, illegal, privately made firearm. Charges include:First-degree robberySecond-degree robberyCriminal possession of stolen property in the fifth-degreeCriminal possession of a weapon in the second degreeCriminal use of a firearm in the first degreeThe 16-year-old suspect was processed as a juvenile. The other suspect, Reynaldo Moya, 22, was arraigned in Troy City Court.

Stabbing under investigation in Menands

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:31:30 GMT

MENANDS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A 38-year-old male victim sustained a stab wound to the hand on Monday night. The victim was treated at the Albany Memorial Hospital. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Menands Police claim they received a report of an assault at the 20/20 Market at 703 N. Pearl Street. Officers were unable to locate a victim or suspect in the area. The victim was later located at the hospital.Police believe this to be an isolated incident. Investigations are ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Menands Police Department at (518) 463-1681.

Hudson Valley Community College offers free textbooks for winter session students

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:31:30 GMT

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Hudson Valley Community College is offering free textbooks to students taking a nine-day winter session course. The intensive courses fit an entire semester of material into an accelerated term. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! “We understand that many students aim to get ahead during the winter break but struggle with the cost of higher education,” said Hudson Valley President Roger Ramsammy. “By covering the cost of their books, our goal is to ease any financial difficulties and help students stay on track and advance their goals quickly.” The credit-bearing courses run from January 2 to 12. Most courses are offered online. A few will be held on campus or in a hybrid format. The courses are available for current, transfer, or new students. Hudson Valley Community College hosts fall open house For additional information about taking a winter session course, current students may contact their academ...

DPW announces temporary road closure in Voorheesville

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:31:30 GMT

VOORHEESVILLE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- South Main Street will be closed at Voorheesville Avenue on Monday, November 13. The closure will allow the new Blackbird Tavern restaurant to connect to the water main. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! A detour will be in place using Prospect Street, County Route 208 (School Road), Route 156, Route 58A, and County Route 306 (Voorheesville Avenue).Railroad crossing construction on South Main Street is ongoing. The contractor has ensured that detour traffic can go through their ongoing project on Monday.

Things to do in the Capital Region this weekend: November 10-12

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:31:30 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The weekend is almost here! From Veterans Day events to the Troy Waterfront Chili Festival to Derek Hough at the Palace, there are quite a few things happening on November 10, 11, and 12. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Here are some of the events going on around the Capital Region this weekend.Friday, November 10Veterans Day events around the Capital RegionDerek Hough's Symphony of Dance, Palace Theatre in Albany, 7 p.m. You can buy tickets on the Ticketmaster website.Hudson-Mohawk Weavers’ Guild Show & Sale, Pat’s Barn in North Greenbush, noon to 7 p.m. Free admission.Schenectady Civic Players: Chapter Two, Schenectady Civic Playhouse on South Church Street, 8 p.m. You can buy tickets on the Civic Players website. Dave’s Hot Chicken opening in Queensbury Saturday, November 11Veterans Day events around the Capital RegionTroy Waterfront Chili Festival, River Street Market in Troy, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m....

Pittsfield Police search for stolen Ford F-450 truck

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:31:30 GMT

PITTSFIELD, Mass. (NEWS10) -- The Pittsfield Police Department is asking for the public to be on the lookout for a stolen truck. The vehicle is a 2011 Ford F-450 Lariat Super Duty crew cab with Maine registration 7C0240. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The truck was reported stolen around noon from Pecks Road and was last seen driving on Vin Herbert Blvd toward Onota Street. Anyone who observes the vehicle or has information about its whereabouts is asked to call (413) 448-9700, ext. 0.