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Albany mayor defends decision to attend conference in Puerto Rico

Albany Mayor Dorcey Applyrs is defending her decision to attend a conference in Puerto Rico while the city works to pass a balanced budget. Applyrs and two members of the Albany Common Council — Majority Leader Alfredo Balarin and Majority Whip Owusu Anane — attended the annual Somos conference in the Puerto Rican capital of San Juan from Wednesday to Saturday.

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20 Famous People You Didn’t Know Were From Albany County, New York

Albany County is much larger than the city that gives it its name. North of the capital, the old industrial city of Cohoes meets the Mohawk River at the great falls. In Watervliet, the history of the arsenal and the Hudson River runs through generations of working families. To the west are Guilderland and Altamont; to the south, Bethlehem and its communities of Delmar and Selkirk. Colonie and Latham form another extensive part of the county’s suburban landscape. These places have their own histories, schools, neighborhoods, and remarkable former residents.

Albany County, NY · 1d

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Albany native wins South Carolina house seat

An Albany native has been elected to the U.S. House of Representatives out of South Carolina.

Albany, NY · 2d

WNYT NewsChannel 13 Albany, NY

Albany prepares for 70th annual Veterans Day Parade, with more than 1,000 participants expected

The celebration will feature more than a dozen divisions representing veterans’ organizations and other community groups.

Albany, NY · 19h

thecatalbany.com

Saluting Our Heroes: Veterans Day Offers Around the Capital Region

Check out all the special deals happening in the area to honor our Veterans!. Today, we honor and thank the brave men and women who have served our country. Here in the Capital Region, there are some great local deals, freebies, and special offers for veterans to enjoy in honor of their service.

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South Colonie enters agreement with firm to address racism

COLONIE, N.Y. (NEWS10) — Tonight, the South Colonie Board of Education took another step toward addressing racism in the district. The board unanimously passed an agreement with the McLean Collective for the next 90 days. In that time, students, families and staff will have structured discussions about what needs to be done to improve student […]

Colonie, NY · 1d

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Cashman attends Small Business Hearing in Albany

ALBANY | Assemblyman Michael S. Cashman (D-Plattsburgh) attended a legislative hearing in Albany Tuesday morning on the impact and effectiveness of economic development programs that were funded in this year’s state budget. “Throughout the duration of my recent municipal tour, I have been able to sit down and speak...

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NYS budget discussions begin as projected $2.9 billion deficit remains

Education funding and child care affordability are expected to be important topics as lawmakers begin shaping next year’s spending priorities.

New York · 2d

WNYT NewsChannel 13 Albany, NY

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Rensselaer County lawmakers to consider three-year sewer rate increase

The sewer district says the additional revenue is needed to offset rising expenditures and cover district costs, including debt service.

Rensselaer County, NY · 1d

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Berkshire County Recognizes Veterans With Parades & Ceremonies

NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — On a day set aside for recognizing local veterans, the city unveiled a new plaque that added or corrected the names of 169 who served during wartime. "We are ensuring that the men and women who stood up to serve receive the permanent, accurate recognition that they have earned," Veterans Agent Kurtis Durocher said to one of the largest crowds in years at Veterans Memorial Park. "Every single name on his wall represent a personal story, a family's devotion and an enduring legacy of service to our country."

Berkshire County, MA · 11h

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Albany Common Council mulls rule changes after city issues $10 million loan

The Albany Common Council is considering changes that would require the city treasurer to notify them — or seek council approval — before issuing short-term loans. The move comes after the City Treasurer's Office announced it would issue $10 million in short-term loans to cover expenses through the end of the year as the city faces a shortage of cash. The treasurer's notice to potential investors surprised some members of the Common Council, who say they weren't properly consulted.

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Oh, Honey Cafe & Bakery offers Veterans Day special

ROTTERDAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) – Oh, Honey Cafe & Bakery, a new scratch bakery in Rotterdam, is marking two months in business. On Veterans Day, they have invited veterans and active-duty military members to enjoy a complimentary beverage, with proper identification. The eatery, located at 2976 Hamburg Street, is owned by Bri and Tommy Wells. Their […]

Rotterdam, NY · 1d

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‘Bare bones’: Knox poised to raise taxes for first time in a decade, piercing state-set cap

KNOX — Supervisor Traci Delaney, drafting her first Knox budget, is faced with piercing the tax cap. “I went back 20 years with the tax collector and we could not find where taxes had been raised in the last 20 years,” Delaney told the town board on Nov. 4 when all four members of the board who were present voted to adopt a preliminary budget of 2027.

Knox, NY · 2d

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Watervliet Residents in Need Can Sign Up for a Free Thanksgiving Meal

Watervliet is determined to make sure ALL of their residents have a happy and healthy Thanksgiving

Watervliet, NY · 2d

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Veterans Day events across western Massachusetts

Massachusetts · 20h

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Aisling Mountain Farm Owners Say Town Scrutiny Has Damaged Business

ADAMS, Mass. — What began as a dispute between neighboring property owners has escalated into a prolonged conflict spanning multiple town boards and departments, leading Aisling Mountain Farm's operators to question whether some officials have overstepped their authority. Farm owner Kathryn Foley purchased the 22-acre property at 185 West...

Adams, MA · 3d

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Local laborers unions plant field of flags for veterans

Labor union members of Local 190 and Local 157 planted flags outside the union hall in Glenmont on Monday morning to honor those who served.

Glenmont, NY · 2d

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Rensselaer County Executive Steve McLaughlin discusses growing financial pressures facing local governments

This weekend on In Focus, Rensselaer County Executive Steve McLaughlin discusses the growing financial pressures facing local governments, including unfunded state and federal mandates and changes to SNAP administration that could cost counties millions of dollars. He also weighs in on the debate over data center development, the need to...

Rensselaer County, NY · 3d

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