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Wednesday, July 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Albany. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Albany officials are hosting a community meeting at 6 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church to address a surge in youth violence following a chaotic Fourth of July weekend when a 15-year-old was shot in the foot and a 17-year-old was fatally shot; Police Chief Brendan Cox will update on safety initiatives—local organizations are set to provide additional input on community resources. WRGB
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ FP Movement, a women's activewear and lifestyle brand, will open at Stuyvesant Plaza on August 15 at 10 a.m.—the store takes over the former Penzeys Spices space near the USPS and 5th Corner Goods and Gifts. The grand opening will offer gift cards to the first ten guests and include drinks from Rookie Wellness. ABC NEWS 10
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Angel Ford, an assistant professor at CEHC, published a study in the Journal of the Association for Information Science and Technology that examines challenges for researchers in low- and middle-income countries—highlighting the need for more inclusive scholarly communication. Her work points to financial and infrastructural barriers that future global research partnerships will need to address. University at Albany
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Albany lawmakers passed the Anti-harassment Reporting Act to end anonymous child abuse reports and switch to confidential reporting—now it awaits Governor Hochul's approval. If signed, the law will require callers to provide their name and contact details while keeping their identity protected except by court order. WRGB
- ➤ H.R. 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill, was signed on July 4 and cuts taxes for the richest while costing New York $14 billion in healthcare funds—harming many Asian American families by reducing support for Medicaid, SNAP, and education. Local leaders warned that new fees and work rules will make it harder for children, seniors, and immigrants to get the help they need. ABC NEWS 10
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Albany Medical Center officials announced on Tuesday a $25 million emergency room expansion that will add nearly 7,000 square feet and 20 new patient care spaces—redesigning intake, triage and EMS areas to help reduce long wait times. The project, expected to finish by summer, will also include a new logistics center to better coordinate patient transfers among the network’s hospitals. WAMC
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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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Sober Summer Dance Party
7-10 p.m. — Central Avenue Albany — Free entry — Dance to uplifting music in a vibrant sober community atmosphere with food and giveaways.
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Columbia County Fair
8 PM – 6 PM — Columbia County Fairgrounds — Admission fees vary — A delightful week of fun, rides, and local showcases.
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