Albany Times Union Obituaries Archives, Albany. Welcome to Albany, NY, the Capital of New York State. Albany (/ ˈɔːlbəni / ⓘ AWL-bə-nee) is the capital city of the U. Welcome to Albany, NY, the Capital of New York State. Albany is located on the west bank of the Hudson River, approximately ten miles (16 km) south of its confluence with the Mohawk River. The Capital District region broadens the area considerably. The Huffington Post listed Albany as the 7th most LGBTQ-friendly city in the US. This 400-year city on the banks of the Hudson River is full of fun things to do, year-round events and festivals, and a thriving food and craft beverage scene. City News Mayor Applyrs, College Reps, and City Staff Walk through Pine Hills Neighborhood to Observe Codes Vi Mayor Continues Proactive Approach to Quality-of-Life Issues, Prioritizing College Neighborhoods in Albany Applyrs Administration Continues Codes Walks Series in Push to Strengthen Beautification Across the City Read on Looking for things to do in Albany, NY? Albany is full of must-see places to visit, tours, events and festivals. Tech Valley and other job opportunities pull residents from several outlying communities into the City. cehx, 3glf, 9fr8c, 2vry, oavfypu, u9tm8l, rnpu, th1z, htrs, xer3ud,