Good morning, Albany.

Locals gathered Tuesday night at the Hindu Temple Society in Colonie to honor over 1,000 victims of the Nepal floods from Aug.

26 — community members offered prayers and lit candles to support ongoing search efforts.

The city reminds drivers that school zone speed cameras — in place at several Albany schools — enforce a 20 mph limit from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. to protect students, staff, and pedestrians.

Albany officials are accepting public submissions for a redesigned city flag that represents the community’s history and future — entries must include a design, title, and explanation — and five finalists will be chosen for a public vote.

Albany City Hall hosted a ceremony on Wednesday honoring first responders and three good Samaritans who helped after a car plunged into the Hudson River last month.

Mayor Dorcey Applyrs and Police Chief Brendan Cox praised Officer Jayden Torelli and others for quick action.

Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Wednesday that Albany has received $200M from the Championing Albany’s Potential initiative for downtown projects to improve Liberty Park, the Empire State Plaza, and nearly 300 new housing units (with funds also aimed at supporting Broadway businesses). Construction has no set date.

Albany County received permits from Amtrak to demolish the infamous Central Warehouse next year (marking its 100th anniversary).

UAlbany cross country teams are set to begin a five-race season on Sept.

4 at Vassar Farm, with meets on Sept. 19, Oct. 2, Oct. 16 and the America East Championships on Oct. 30. Coach Zach Cook adds four freshmen to the women while the men welcome new runners.