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Wednesday, October 30th, 2024

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Good morning, Albany. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Albany County, in partnership with the City of Albany and non-profit CARES of New York, has launched 'Albany Navigates', a program aimed at directly connecting the unhoused population with essential services, backed by a $4 million investment over three years.  WAMC

CRIME NEWS

  • Jonte Wunner, 26, of Monticello, New York, was charged with the murder and weapon possession in the shooting of Mohammed Poquee on Oct. 20 in Albany.  NewsChannel 13

CULTURE NEWS

  • HBG Casting LLC is seeking background actors for a Hallmark film starring Rachael Leigh Cook, set to begin filming in Albany on November 4.  ABC NEWS 10

EDUCATION NEWS

  • UAlbany students express the significance of LGBTQ+ History Month and the inspiration they draw from notable figures within the LGBTQ+ community.  University at Albany
  • CEHC students collaborate with TIAA on a capstone project to develop a data incident response plan, gaining practical experience in cybersecurity.  University at Albany
  • Four UAlbany students contributed 400 community service hours each at Capital Region nonprofits, addressing food insecurity, homelessness, addiction, and health, as part of the Massry Community Service Fellows Summer Program.  University at Albany

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Better Business Bureau alerts New York voters about potential election scams involving phishing and misinformation, amidst assurances of election integrity and security by state officials.  WRGB
  • New York AG Letitia James alerts retailers against the sale of realistic toy guns for Halloween, emphasizing compliance with state laws to avoid safety risks.  WRGB

SPORTS NEWS

  • Buffalo Bills' Keon Coleman and James Cook to host youth football camps in Albany, offering training and skills development for children aged 6-16.  ABC NEWS 10

EVENTS

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  • 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.

    Thu, 10/31/24

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  • 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.

    Fri, 11/1/24

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  • Taste of Russia Festival 2024

    Experience a vibrant celebration of Russian culture with authentic food, dances, games, and family-friendly activities.

    Sat, 11/2/24

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  • 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.

    Mon, 11/4/24

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  • 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.

    Tue, 11/5/24

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  • 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.

    Wed, 11/6/24

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  • 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.

    Sat, 11/9/24

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  • Stockade-athon 15K Road Race

    Experience one of the oldest 15K road races in the USA at the historic Stockade-athon in Schenectady.

    Sun, 11/10/24

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  • 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.

    Tue, 11/12/24

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  • AEW Collision Event in Albany

    Experience an electrifying night of professional wrestling at the AEW Presents Collision event held at MVP Arena in Albany, NY.

    Thu, 11/14/24

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