Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 14th of August.
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🏘️ Community
After historic flooding two weeks ago, Brown's Beach in Stillwater reopens after extensive water testing (confirming safe water for swimmers).
The marina and gas docks are fully operational for weekend visitors.
South End Children's Cafe in Albany is merging with Unity House of Troy to ease its administrative load so staff can focus on serving meals and programs for local families.
The move means daily services will remain unchanged.
🎭 Culture
Albany's streets show how bird-named roads such as Dove and Lark emerged over 200 years ago from a blend of Native American pathways and European planning—local historians say the grid improved navigation and safety while marking the city's evolving identity.
Sitarist Partha Bose will appear as part of the Global Voices series at Caffe Lena in Saratoga Springs on Sunday, Aug.
16 at 7 p.m. He will bring his fusion of traditional Indian classical music + live improvisation to local audiences.
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