Monday, November 4th, 2024

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Good morning, Albany. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 4th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Albany Palace Theatre hosted a family-friendly Halloween event with activities like face painting and a haunted house, drawing large crowds. Spotlight News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Malta man was charged with aggravated vehicular assault and other offenses after striking a state trooper and tow truck operator on the Northway, resulting in injuries. WRGB
- ➤ Myunique D. McQueen, 21, was arrested by the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office for stealing over $3,000 from Kohl’s, part of a series of retail crimes totaling $115,000 across multiple stores. Spotlight News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fifteen New York counties, including Hudson Valley and New York City, are urged to conserve water due to a drought watch prompted by an unusually dry autumn. Times Union
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A joint investigation by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and New York's inspector general is examining allegations that hundreds of migrant IT consultants employed by the New York state government may possess fraudulent visas and falsified work histories. Times Union
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ In 2023, New York State reported 5,111 crashes due to drowsy driving, highlighting the risks despite the end of Daylight Saving Time and the start of Drowsy Driving Prevention Week. WRGB
SHOP NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Wolfjam Hackathon 2024
Experience a weekend of innovation and collaboration at the Wolfjam Hackathon where developers, designers, and innovators come together to share ideas and create amazing projects.
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Van Gogh's Sunflowers: Art & Chill Workshop
Experience a guided workshop where you'll create your own version of Van Gogh's 'Sunflowers' while learning about the artist and enjoying music and refreshments.
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Nikolayev: Chassidic Jewish Tunes from Ukraine
Experience an evocative concert featuring traditional Chassidic melodies from Ukraine, performed by cellist Laura Melnicoff and her band, drawing on rich musical heritage from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
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Mouth for War Concert
Experience the powerful performance of Mouth for War at Empire Underground in Albany, NY.
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