Director Drew Hancock speaks with the Times Union about why he shot his celebrated feature-film debut in Dutchess and Putnam counties.

The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory; snow should peak between 8 p.m. and midnight, says Newsday meteorologist Rich Von Ohlen.

Sean “Diddy” Combs is showing his appreciation for Kanye West’s “Free Puff” campaign, which was shared during an online rant ...