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Good morning, Albany. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 13th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Mark Decker, a 23-year veteran, was promoted at the Albany Police Department ceremony officiated by Police Chief Eric Hawkins and Mayor Kathy Sheehan.  Times Union
  • Retirees await move-in to Whispering Pines in Rotterdam amid delays and confusion, with town certificates of occupancy pending and developers pointing to fulfilled requirements.  The Daily Gazette

CRIME NEWS

  • Three Albany residents were arrested and three loaded firearms were recovered in an early morning operation following reports of gunshots.  WRGB

CULTURE NEWS

  • Drug Church's new album 'Prude' blends punk and alt-rock, with its single 'Myopic' hitting nearly 2 million Spotify streams and making The Spot 518's playlist.  Spotlight News

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • As 'climate havens' like Asheville, NC, and upstate New York face severe weather impacts, the narrative challenges the notion of safe refuges from climate change-induced disasters, highlighting increased precipitation and climate migration trends.  Times Union

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • In the race for New York's 46th State Senate District, Assemblymember Patricia Fahy has garnered 25 labor union endorsements compared to none for her opponent, Ted Danz, who views the lack of union support as not detrimental to his campaign.  The Daily Gazette

SPORTS NEWS

  • Manuela Piljevic, a 6-foot guard from Australia and a freshman at UAlbany, aims to secure her place on the women’s basketball team after impressing coaches during a summer AAU tournament in Louisville, Kentucky.  Times Union
  • RPI achieved a crucial 34-10 victory over St. Lawrence with key plays including a blocked punt and two touchdowns by Kayden White, improving their season to 3-3.  Times Union

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • North Albany Neighborhood Specialist Office Hours

    Meet Lori Kochanski, the Neighborhood Specialist for North Albany, to discuss community concerns and learn about neighborhood services.

    Tue, 10/15/24

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  • All Abilities Social Group: Exploring Artificial Intelligence

    Learn about fascinating scientific topics each month, with October's focus on 'Artificial Intelligence: What's all the hoopla?' presented by an expert from the University of Albany.

    Wed, 10/16/24

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  • Robert Cray Band Live at The Egg

    Experience an evening of blues with the Robert Cray Band at Hart Theatre in Albany.

    Thu, 10/17/24

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  • Dinner Gathering at The Delaware Restaurant

    Experience a delightful evening of dining and conversation with fellow food enthusiasts at a new restaurant in Albany.

    Fri, 10/18/24

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  • Hounds of Halloween 2024: A Howling Good Time

    Experience a festive canine costume parade with trick-or-treating and Yappy Hour specials at downtown Albany's Hounds of Halloween event.

    Sat, 10/19/24

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  • The Fab Four: An Ultimate Tribute to The Beatles

    Experience the timeless music of The Beatles performed by The Fab Four at The Egg in Albany.

    Sun, 10/20/24

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  • BEAT: A Tribute to 80s King Crimson

    Experience a nostalgic evening filled with the iconic music from 80s King Crimson at The Egg in Albany, New York.

    Mon, 10/21/24

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  • North Albany Neighborhood Specialist Office Hours

    Engage with Lori Kochanski, the Neighborhood Specialist for North Albany, to discuss community needs and services offered by the city's Department of Neighborhood Services.

    Tue, 10/22/24

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  • Cavetown with Frankie Cosmos Live in Albany

    Experience an evening of captivating music with Cavetown and Frankie Cosmos at The Egg in Albany.

    Thu, 10/24/24

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  • Candlelight Concert: Halloween Classics Under Candlelight

    Experience a captivating live musical journey featuring Halloween-themed classics performed by the Listeso String Quartet in a beautifully candlelit setting.

    Fri, 10/25/24

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