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Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025
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Good morning, Albany. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 22nd of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A community group started a monthly free lunch at Jennings Landing along the Hudson River to help Albany’s unhoused people, and it has been meeting with community volunteers to offer food and support. Local pastor Joe Paparone—who organized donations—leads the effort so that people facing housing challenges can have nourishment and a sense of care. WAMC
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The owners of Colonie Center filed a lawsuit in state Supreme Court to lower the town's tax assessment from $39.5 million to $3.9 million — claiming the mall is valued at only 10 percent of its current assessment — as foreclosure proceedings continue on its $110 million mortgage. Times Union
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Cohoes Public Library at 18 Mohawk Street will host its second comic con this Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. — the event will include cosplay, comic book dealers, board games and autograph sessions with artists like John Hebert, Bill Anderson and Aaron Schwartz — and it will suggest a $1 donation with raffles and a silent auction. ABC NEWS 10
- ➤ The World War II-era film 'Triumph' that began in Troy last week will move to Albany, with road closures and parking restrictions set for Wednesday and Thursday (to help keep filming safe and clear) as the production continues downtown. ABC NEWS 10
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Kathy Hochul reminded school districts to submit plans for a new cellphone ban on school grounds that restricts device use during school hours starting this fall. More than 150 districts already submitted proposals and $13.5 million is available to help schools adopt secure storage measures—each district is asked to consult its community on proper methods. WAMC
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Speed Dating in Albany for Singles Aged 24-39
8:30-10:30 p.m. — The Loft @205 — Ticket required — Meet up to 12 potential matches in a cozy and vibrant atmosphere.
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Albany Career Fair
9:30 AM-12:30 PM — Marriott Albany — Free entry — Meet with top recruiters from local and Fortune 500 companies to explore career opportunities.
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2025 CrossFit Games - Friday Only
8:59-10:29 a.m. — MVP Arena — Tickets available — Experience elite athletes showcasing unparalleled strength and endurance at the CrossFit Games.
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Spitzies Harley-Davidson Ride for Ronald McDonald House Charities
10:30 AM – 5:00 PM — Spitzie's Harley-Davidson of Albany — Donations welcome — Support children's health and well-being with a charity motorcycle ride.
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Albany County Summer Hockey School
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. — Albany County Hockey Facility — $560 — Develop your hockey skills with focused training sessions daily.
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Descendents Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Empire Live — Tickets start at $36 — Experience an energetic performance from the punk rock legends Descendents in Albany.
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Columbia County Sanctuary Movement Caribbean Festival
11 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Jennings Landing — Free entry — Experience vibrant performances from youth stilt teams and Moko Jumbies at this community celebration.
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Charcuterie Board & Sip Event
6-8 p.m. — Washington Tavern — $65 per person — Build your own delicious charcuterie board while enjoying drinks and a fun night out with friends.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
No man ever steps in the same river twice, for it's not the same river and he's not the same man.
~ Heraclitus
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