Good morning, Schenectady.

Photographer Martin Benjamin has showcased his (50 years) of rock star photography at J.

Gernon Picture Framing and Fine Art in Troy, where his exhibit runs until July 19. He began capturing local music legends during his college days and at venues like SPAC to document the region's vibrant music scene.

Descendants of the Mabee family gathered July 13 in Rotterdam to celebrate on land cultivated by their ancestors for over 300 years.

The reunion honored shared family heritage and traditions.

Nine-year-olds Mary Mumptom and Eva Villafane-Velez are excited for the return of Amsterdam Free Library’s annual summer reading program—set to offer fun reading activities for kids this summer.

Today, Lt. Col. Klein takes command of the Army Battalion Recruiting office in Albany after Lt. Col. Merchant—who led the recruiting effort that reached 61,000 new recruits four months ahead of schedule—is headed to Arizona.

Klein, originally from Illinois with ties to West Point and Connecticut, said he is ready to continue the recruiting success in the eastern region.

State Senator Jim Tedisco called the animal abuse case at A Time Four Paws in Halfmoon shocking—he is urging tougher penalties—after rescue workers removed dozens of animals following the arrest of owner Yvette Giovanni when a French bulldog died from heat.

Weekly Line Dancing Sessions

6-10 p.m. — Frog Alley Brewing — Dance lessons start at $10 — Enjoy a fun-filled evening of line dancing with lessons for all skill levels and great music.

Psycho Mutton Chops Concert

8:30-11:30 p.m. — Centre Street Pub — No cover charge — Enjoy a night of eclectic rockabilly and surf rock from Psycho Mutton Chops.