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Colonie is a town in Albany County, New York, United States. It is 6 miles (10 km) north of Albany, the state capital. Colonie has a population of around 82,591 as of the 2020 census, making it the third most populous town in New York after Hempstead and Brookhaven. For more information on Colonie's population, visit the Wikipedia page.

History

The town of Colonie was first settled in the 17th century. It was incorporated as a town in 1895 after separating from the town of Watervliet. For additional details on the history of Colonie, check out the Town Historian's office.

Economy

Colonie has a diverse economy anchored by healthcare, retail, technology, and government services. Major employers in Colonie include Albany Medical Center, the New York State Department of Transportation, and Crossgates Mall. For more on the local economy, visit the Capital Region Economic Development Council.

Landmarks

Colonie Town Hall

534 New Loudon Rd, Latham, NY 12110 | (518) 783-2728

The Colonie Town Hall houses the official government offices for the town. It was constructed in 1970.

Crossgates Mall

Crossgates Mall is a large shopping mall located in Colonie. It features over 200 stores, restaurants, and entertainment options. The mall opened in 1984.

Colonie Center

Colonie Center is a shopping mall located on Wolf Road (NY Route 5) in Colonie. It opened in 1966 and has over 140 stores.

Transportation

Colonie is served by Capital District Transportation Authority buses. Major highways running through the town include Interstate 87 (the Adirondack Northway), Interstate 90, US Route 9, and US Route 20. For schedules and route information, visit the CDTA website.

Public Library

The Colonie Town Library has two branches located at 629 Albany Shaker Road and 1119 New Karner Road. Residents can apply for a library card to check out books, movies, music, and more.

Museums

The Albany Institute of History & Art is located just over the border in Albany but features exhibits on the history and culture of the Capital Region including Colonie. The New York State Museum in downtown Albany also highlights the state's heritage.

Sports

Colonie is home to the Albany Patroons professional basketball team. They play at the Washington Avenue Armory in downtown Albany. Colonie is also home to the Colonie Little League which provides baseball and softball programs for local youth.

County Information

Colonie is located in Albany County. The Albany County government website can be found here. The address for Albany County offices is:

Albany County Office Building
112 State St #1100
Albany, NY 12207
(518) 447-7040

School Districts

Colonie is served by several school districts:

• North Colonie Central School District
• South Colonie Central School District
• Niskayuna Central School District

Additional Local Resources

Here are some other useful resources for residents and visitors to Colonie:

• Colonie Chamber of Commerce
• Colonie Police Department
• Colonie EMS Department
• Colonie Pure Waters (Water Department)
• Colonie Senior Resources Department
• Albany County Planning Department
• Explore Colonie on Facebook