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Monday, October 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Albany. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 6th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, October 4th, community members joined the Albany Police Department’s 11th annual domestic violence 5K run/walk at Jennings Landing to raise awareness and support survivors. Proceeds were donated to local agencies to offer aid and connect affected individuals with vital resources—all in an ongoing effort to stop domestic violence. ABC NEWS 10
- ➤ On Sunday the Jewish community met at the Albany Jewish Center to honor victims of the October 7th, 2023 attack and demand the release of 48 hostages held by Hamas. They also joined a peaceful march with Run for Their Lives Albany as Tuesday will mark two years since the attack—underscoring their call for peace and security. ABC NEWS 10
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Proctors launched a $400K restoration of Goldie, its historic 1931 Mighty Wurlitzer Theatre Organ damaged by a storm in 2021, to restore it for its 100th anniversary season in 2026 — the work began in August and will finish in September 2026 with support from COSS Organs and the local ATOS chapter. Spotlight News
- ➤ Capital District Latinos will host its Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration next weekend with hundreds gathering for traditional food, dance, and family activities (the event will also feature the area’s first Red Cross blood drive aimed at Latino donors) amid federal pressure on the community (founder Dan Irizarry stressed that unity is needed during these challenging times). WAMC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Troy ratified a new contract for the Civil Service Employees Association unit with over 200 members on Oct. 5; the agreement will take effect Jan. 1 and run until Dec. 31—providing for 3% raises in 2026 and 2027. Times Union
- ➤ Fire Prevention Week began on October 5 and will run through October 11 with a theme focused on lithium-ion battery safety—Niskayuna Fire Department Lt.—Nick Persons shared battery fire hazard tips on CBS6 Weekend Morning on Sunday, October 5. This national campaign emphasizes safe battery use in homes. WRGB
- ➤ A federal shutdown is impacting local programs like WIC and SNAP as counties depend on state reserves to keep them operating, and officials warned that the longer it lasts the more these services will be at risk. A lawyer stated that unsettled immigration rules are adding hurdles for H-1B applicants—raising concerns about future access to green cards. ABC NEWS 10
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ New York is considering a bill that would allow psilocybin therapy for mental health treatment—if passed, patients including veterans and low-income groups will receive supervised care with grant support and a dedicated oversight board. Lawmakers and advocates are urging careful steps to ensure safe and fair access. NewsChannel 13
- ➤ Pharmacists state-wide have been giving COVID-19 vaccines under an order extended by Gov. Hochul on October 3 that will last for at least 30 days+ Gov. Hochul urged the federal government to add the vaccine to the Vaccines for Children program. WRGB
- ➤ The Capital District Transportation Authority unveiled its pink buses last Thursday to support its tenth annual Men Wear Pink campaign for Breast Cancer Awareness Month—two buses, including a redesigned 40-foot bus and the Real Kids Wear Pink STAR bus, will run in Albany throughout October to help raise funds for the American Cancer Society. Spotlight News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Albany County home prices climbed by 7.8% in August as the median price reached $375,000 and 231 sales closed, even though new listings dropped nearly 4% compared to last year. The number of available homes rose 16% to 348—boosting inventory supply to 1.8 months while the average time on market stayed at 17 days. Spotlight News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Great Danes shut out Colgate 4—0 on Sunday at Alumni Turf while averaging a goal per quarter. The team improved its record to 7—3 and will face Bryant on Oct. 10 before hosting Northeastern on Oct. 12. University at Albany
- ➤ The University at Albany women's rowing team raced on Saturday at the Head of the Riverfront on the Connecticut River in Hartford, Conn.—They entered six boats that finished in the Top 10. The team will race in the Head of the Charles in Cambridge on October 18 — a key event as they prepare for tougher competition. University at Albany
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