5 things to know this Thanksgiving Day
ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Happy Thanksgiving! Meteorologist Matt Mackie says to use extreme caution when driving this Thursday due to the rain and snow mix coming down on most of the NEWS10 viewing area. Temperatures will peak in the 30s, which may not be cold enough for the snow to stick.
There was a bomb threat reported at the homes of Congressmember Elise Stefanik and Former Congressman Lee Zeldin on Wednesday. Also, Albany is increasing the police presence on Lark Street following a shooting and the closure of Cafe Hollywood. These stories, and more, are in your five things to know this Thursday.
1. Bomb threat reported at homes of Stefanik, Zeldin
Congressmember Elise Stefanik learned she was the target of a bomb threat on Wednesday morning, according to a statement from her office. She and her family found out while driving home to Saratoga County for Thanksgiving.
2. Albany to increase police presence on Lark Street after Cafe Hollywood closure
The city of Albany has increased police presence on Lark Street and has plans to add more mental health resources to the area. This comes after the city decided to shut down Cafe Hollywood on Sunday, causing some business owners to demand help.
3. #TrimmingsOn10: The Recipes
Every year the News10 morning team creates dishes to help get ready for Thanksgiving, we call it #TrimmingsOn10. We’ve listed our recipes. Enjoy!
4. Thanksgiving lives on at Alice’s restaurant
This Thanksgiving, a cherished tradition of community and generosity continues in the Berkshires, rooted in the legacy of Alice Brock and the iconic folk song that made her name a part of American folklore.
5. Regional Food Bank receives additional funding
The Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York is receiving state funding to address food insecurity during the holiday season. New York State leaders said a total of $27 million is being awarded to 11 food banks around the state to buy products from local farmers and host distribution events.