Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of October.
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📰 Economy
A Glenville resident has switched from heating oil to burning wood after oil prices nearly doubled since February.
He came out of retirement and built a wood shed to save money as he prepares for winter — a sign of rising energy costs.
🎓 Education
UAlbany PhD student Prabin Sharma is rallying support and leading fundraising efforts for Nepal after recent floods disrupted communities — he is also tracking recovery plans as aid agencies and the Nepali government prepare next steps.
On Oct. 20, the University at Albany and Schenectady City School District signed a partnership that guarantees eligible Schenectady High students admission and merit scholarships upon graduation by requiring a 90 GPA and completion of Algebra II (required) while providing early college advising.
🏛️ Government
Gov. Maura Healey and state officials announced a $130 million federal funding injection on Friday for Springfield’s rail modernization project — a key step toward better connecting Albany with Boston by 2045.
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