Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of September.
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🏘️ Community
After Sunday's fire on 13th Street in Troy, neighbors support 13-year-old Dominick Rizzo, whose parents and sister died, and his family is asking help to find his missing husky Onyx.
Local groups are collecting needed clothing and donations at Geer Field from 5:30pm + 7:30pm weeknights.
💼 Business
IBM was approved on Tuesday for a 30-year agreement to build its next-generation quantum computing facility at its Poughkeepsie campus.
The project will use chips from Albany and include a tax plan that starts at nearly $1M per year until 2032 & then increases.
🌲 Environment
A male moose in Troy was captured Tuesday, Sept.
29 at the South Troy Transfer Station and relocated to Eastern Rensselaer County by the NYSDEC—Troy Police and Animal Control aided in the rescue.
A young barred owl on Thacher Park was rescued by a ranger + taken to a wildlife rehabilitator after a visitor spotted it not moving.
It is now receiving treatment under expert care.
🏥 Health
Schenectady will host the Walk to End Alzheimer’s this Saturday at Mohawk Harbor, highlighting new blood tests that detect Alzheimer’s early and connect patients to FDA-approved treatments.
Advocates are pushing for Medicare changes to cover screenings for those without symptoms.
A state study shows childhood vaccination rates in New York have improved—although delays remain for many children.
Health experts say on-time shots are key to keeping kids protected.
🏈 Sports
UAlbany volleyball freshman Addy Bianchini was named America East Rookie of the Week on Tuesday after tallying 37 assists, 11 digs, and six blocks in a game against UMBC.
She is the first Great Dane honored this season—an achievement that boosts team momentum as they prepare for upcoming contests.
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