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Saturday, October 26th, 2024
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Good morning, Albany. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Interfaith Partnership for the Homeless opens a winter shelter in Albany to aid chronically homeless adults amidst cold temperatures. WAMC
- ➤ The Regional Food Bank aims to provide 150,000 meals to the food insecure across six Capital Region counties this November, stepping in after Equinox shifted its focus from its Annual Thanksgiving Community Dinner. WAMC
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Angela Marathakis sues The Albany Academies, claiming she was dismissed for advocating for equal funding and rights in girls' sports programs and facing workplace discrimination. WRGB
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation warns of high fire danger in portions of the Adirondacks, Capital Region, and Hudson Valley, advising residents to follow fire safety tips. ABC NEWS 10
- ➤ Governor Kathy Hochul introduced a groundbreaking weather data tool developed by the University at Albany and the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation to enhance wildfire risk awareness in New York. WRGB
- ➤ Environmental organizations Riverkeeper and the Delaware Riverkeeper Network plan to sue New York, New Jersey, and Delaware, alleging the states' permit practices harm the endangered Atlantic sturgeon. Times Union
- ➤ Amazon introduced custom-made Electronic Delivery Vehicles (EDVs) in Cohoes, aiming for safety, sustainability, and comfort, with a goal of 100,000 electric delivery vehicles by 2030. WRGB
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ In the New York State Assembly District 102 race, Republican incumbent Chris Tague and Democratic challenger Janet Tweed present distinct approaches to property taxes, public safety, affordable housing, economic growth, and healthcare access. Spotlight News
- ➤ In the New York State Assembly District 110 race, incumbent Phil Steck and challenger Jeff Madden present differing strategies on taxation, housing affordability, public safety, healthcare, and economic development. Spotlight News
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Set It Off Concert
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Halloween Triple Bill with The E Block, Side-B, and GoLeM
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Fall Festival at Liberty Ridge Farm
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Taste of Russia Festival 2024
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Brown University Bears vs. Siena Saints Men's Basketball
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Neighborhood Specialist Office Hours - Connect with City Services
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Wednesday Words: A Celebration of Creativity
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David Cross Live in Albany
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Stockade-athon 15K Road Race
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