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Glens Falls Police said that on Tuesday evening, September 10, at around 5:30 p.m., they responded to an altercation between a teen cyclist and a motorist at Centennial Circle.

Police said, “The incident [as] reported to responding officers was that the driver of the motor vehicle addressed the teenager who was riding the bicycle in the roadway and impeding traffic.”

The press release continued, “As a result, a confrontation occurred …

By Cathy DeDe, Chronicle Managing Editor

“Welcome to the Glens Falls Hospital Monsoon Gala,” emcee Mark Behan said to open Saturday night’s “Savor” gala, held under tents in the Emergency Department parking area. More than 300 people withstood the rain to attend.

The tone was celebratory as hospital CEO Paul Scimeca and Mr. Behan announced what they say is the hospital’s largest ever capital campaign — to raise $15 million …

By Cathy DeDe, Chronicle Managing Editor

Up to 80 balloons including nine special shapes are expected at the 51st Adirondack Hot Air Balloon Festival, Thursday to Sunday, Sept. 19 to 22.

Opening night, Thursday, is locals-friendly at Crandall Park, Glens Falls.

Again this year, all Thursday activities will be held in the park (no downtown festival or car show as in past years).
Plans include the first launch of 20-plus …

By Cathy DeDe, Chronicle Managing Editor

Revolution Rail in North Creek has added a new, “truly physically demanding” 20-mile, railbike tour, the Boreas River Valley Run, to the northern reaches of its North Creek-Tahawus line.

“Not for the casual rider,” says the website, “this truly physically demanding tour follows the Hudson River, offering stunning views as we pedal northward. This four-hour adventure is perfect for those seeking both physical exertion …

By Ben Westcott, Chronicle Staff Writer

2009 Glens Falls grad Hans A. Hansen III, who lives now in the Albany area, is a diehard Buffalo Bills fan who went from previewing Bills games on the team’s subreddit to creating content for the Bills’ online Sports Illustrated page. “If I had told 10-year-old me I was writing for Sports Illustrated, I don’t think 10-year-would have believed it,” he said. “I hated …