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Thursday, November 14th, 2024
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Good morning, Albany. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Morehouse family from Ballston Lake donated their 35-foot spruce to be Albany's Empire State Plaza Christmas tree, highlighting a family's contribution to the holiday spirit in the state capital. The Daily Gazette
- ➤ Two festive events, the 19th annual Albany Santa Speedo Sprint and the 8th annual Chili Chowder Fest, are set to take place on Lark Street on Dec. 14. ABC NEWS 10
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Albany Symphony will perform concerts featuring renowned works at the Troy Savings Bank Music Hall on November 16 and 17. WAMC
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Albany launches a $3.6 million tree pruning program to improve urban forest health and plans to plant more trees, reflecting a broader initiative to enhance the ecosystem and support community well-being. WAMC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ New York families with unused federal Summer EBT food assistance funds must use them by November 28 to avoid expiration and loss of benefits. ABC NEWS 10
- ➤ Albany County unanimously passed the PAWS Law to enhance road safety by prohibiting pets from sitting on drivers' laps or roaming freely in vehicles. ABC NEWS 10
- ➤ New Yorkers can apply for up to $1,000 in heating assistance through the HEAP program as announced by Gov. Kathy Hochul. ABC NEWS 10
- ➤ A New York State Supreme Court Judge ruled the John Lewis Voting Rights Act of New York unconstitutional, stating it violates the 14th Amendment's Equal Protection Clause by offering unequal protection to minority groups. ABC NEWS 10
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Siena College's Brendan Coyle, with significant improvement, played a key role in the basketball team's 3-0 start, contributing big shots and averaging 14.3 points and 5 rebounds per game. Times Union
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Wolfjam Hackathon 2024
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Van Gogh's Sunflowers: Art & Chill Workshop
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Nikolayev: Chassidic Jewish Tunes from Ukraine
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Mouth for War Concert
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Trans-Siberian Orchestra Live Concert
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Candlelight Concert Series: Vivaldi's Four Seasons & More
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Candlelight Concert: A Tribute to Coldplay
Experience the enchanting music of Coldplay performed by the Listeso String Quartet under the warm glow of candlelight at The Kenmore Ballroom.
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Rocky Mountain High Experience: A John Denver Christmas
Experience an enchanting holiday concert featuring Rick Schuler performing beloved John Denver classics and festive carols in a nostalgic tribute to the 1970s.
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Nitro Circus: A Night of Thrill-Seeking Stunts
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2024 Our Towne Bethlehem Turkey Trot 5k
Celebrate Thanksgiving by participating in a fun-filled Turkey Trot 5k event that welcomes runners, walkers, and families while supporting local charities.
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