Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 28th of October.
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🏘️ Community
New York State Police and local law enforcement are enhancing patrols to target impaired and reckless driving through Halloween to ensure public safety.
Albany's ninth annual Lantern Parade on Nov.
3 aims to light up Washington Park, accompanied by performances and refreshments, alongside other community events such as a fair trade sale, a Colonial dinner, and a workshop on families and politics.
Over 1,000 individuals participated in the Walk to End Alzheimer's at Siena College, carrying colored flowers symbolizing their personal connection to the disease.
🎭 Culture
Phish's three-night performance at MVP Arena supports the Divided Sky Residential Recovery Program, co-founded by frontman Trey Anastasio to aid addiction recovery.
Erin Harkes, a multi-talented artist, revives 'Metroland,' an alternative weekly in Albany as 'Metroland Now,' focusing on arts and entertainment with the first run of 20,000 free issues, highlighting community support and innovative content.
Albany hosts its first Dead Man's Hand Tattoo convention, facilitated by a recent law change allowing tattoo artists to use wipes, soap, and water instead of needing a sink.
🏛️ Government
Assembly candidate Joe Mastroianni is under investigation for allegedly replacing his opponent's mailer with his own, as shown in a video that has received national attention.
Albany's new school zone speed cameras issued over 12,000 tickets for speeding more than 10 mph over the 20 mph limit in just the first two weeks of operation.
High voter turnout marked the first day of early voting in New York's Capital Region, with lines extending around polling sites in both Saratoga and Albany counties.
New York's inaugural 'Golden Day' featured a block party aimed at boosting voter registration through games, food, and music.
🎉 Albany Events
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Set It Off Concert
Experience an electrifying live performance by Set It Off, along with From Ashes to New and New Years Day, at Empire Live in Albany.
Halloween Triple Bill with The E Block, Side-B, and GoLeM
Experience a thrilling night of indie music with three of the Capital District's best bands performing live at The Hollow Bar + Kitchen.
Fall Festival at Liberty Ridge Farm
Experience a day of fun with activities like a corn maze, pumpkin picking, and entertaining shows at this family-friendly fall festival.
Taste of Russia Festival 2024
Experience a vibrant celebration of Russian culture with authentic food, dances, games, and family-friendly activities.
Brown University Bears vs. Siena Saints Men's Basketball
Experience an exciting college basketball game as the Brown Bears take on the Siena Saints at MVP Arena in Albany.
Neighborhood Specialist Office Hours - Connect with City Services
Meet with Maribel Ramos Rodriguez, the Neighborhood Specialist, to discuss community needs and services offered by the City of Albany's Department of Neighborhood Services.
Wednesday Words: A Celebration of Creativity
Experience a vibrant mix of poetry, spoken word, music, and storytelling in this monthly community event fostering artistic expression.
David Cross Live in Albany
Experience the inventive comedy of Emmy Award winner David Cross at The Egg, showcasing his unique talents as a performer and writer.
Stockade-athon 15K Road Race
Experience one of the oldest 15K road races in the USA at the historic Stockade-athon in Schenectady.
American University Eagles vs. Siena Saints Men's Basketball Game
Experience an exciting men's basketball matchup between the American University Eagles and the Siena Saints at MVP Arena.
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