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Republican holds razor-thin lead in New York's 43rd Senate District

While Election Day has moved into the rear-view mirror in most communities, they're still counting votes in New York's 43rd Senate District. That's because incumbent Republican Jake Ashby led Democratic challenger Devin Lander by only 103 votes (49.23% to 49.15%) Friday out of more than 121,989 votes cast, down slightly from 125 on Thursday, according to the state Board of Elections.

New York · 4d

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Albany Finance Committee addresses city's budget

The Albany Common Council's Finance, Assessment, and Taxation Committee held a meeting Monday night to discuss the city’s budget and economic situation. Finance Committee Chair Meghan Keegan laid out the reality of the budget. “There is no way to cut this budget any further than it's already cut without...

Albany, NY · 17h

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Altamont starts down path that could lead to millions in state funding

ALTAMONT — Altamont wants another crack at the state’s downtown-revitalization money; the price of admission is a housing pledge. The village board of trustees on Nov. 4 voted unanimously to draft and submit a letter of intent to New York State Homes and Community Renewal to pursue Pro-Housing Community certification, a designation the state now requires of municipalities seeking funding through programs like NY Forward and the Downtown Revitalization Initiative.

Altamont, NY · 3d

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NY lawmakers to examine Flock cameras as privacy concerns grow across Capital Region

The hearing will bring together the Assembly committees on Consumer Affairs and Protection, Governmental Operations, and Local Government.

New York · 1d

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Berkshire County Development Alliance to Host Giving Strategies Event at Mass MoCA

NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Berkshire County Development Alliance (BCDA) will host an evening of learning focused on annual giving on Thursday, Nov. 19, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art. The evening will feature a presentation by Kati Nalbandian, senior manager of membership and annual...

North Adams, MA · 1d

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History of Fort Edward tavern that caught fire

While the owner of McCrea's Tavern works on the next steps after a fire tore through their building, community members have been reflecting on the significance and the unique history of this building.

Fort Edward, NY · 5d

WSYR NewsChannel 9

Assemblyman-elect Mo Brown to push for democratic socialism in Albany

SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR) — Maurice “Mo” Brown is moving from the Onondaga County Legislature to the New York State Assembly. As the 129th District representative, Brown plans to bring his brand of Democratic socialism to the state capitol. With ideas rooted in the new socialist wave, Brown said he is ready to make government work […]

New York · 4d

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Veterans Day ceremonies around the Capital Region

Several communities across the Capital Region will come together to celebrate the courage and bravery of the nation’s veterans on November 11.

Albany, NY · 4d

altamontenterprise.com

Molinaro promises to listen to rural residents and work to ‘preserve their sense of community character’

“They often feel like forgotten from Albany County,” Marcus Molinaro said of the Helderberg Hilltowns. He was answering an Enterprise question the day after elections on his plans for Berne, Knox, and Westerlo. A veteran politician, Molinaro, a Republican, was elected with 54 percent of the vote to represent...

Albany County, NY · 3d

Times Union

Columbia County social services commissioner suddenly resigns

Bob Gibson’s resignation was announced Wednesday, though the county would not give a reason for the commissioner’s departure.

Columbia County, NY · 4d

Times Union

Schenectady passes budget with 14% tax hike in gamble for more state aid

Councilman John Mootooveren rejected both the 15% and 14% compromise in favor of 13%, believing that casino revenue could be inflated.

Schenectady, NY · 4d

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Catskill businesses celebrate end of Main Street construction

CATSKILL, N.Y. (NEWS10) — Catskill officials held a celebration to mark the end of a construction project that turned streets and sidewalks upside down for nearly a year and a half. Village President Natasha Law cut the ribbon on Main Street to celebrate the end of road work that she said completed three projects at […]

Catskill, NY · 3d

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West Stockbridge, MA · 2d

West Stockbridge receives Seasonal Communities grant, continues work on affordable housing

West Stockbridge — The town of West Stockbridge was among six Berkshire County towns recently awarded a Seasonal Communities grant on October 20. The town received $60,567 “to develop zoning bylaw revisions, support the Affordable Housing Trust, implement Housing Production Plan strategies and advance pre-development activities for housing on town-owned land (10 units).”

Times Union

Troy mayor seeks new sales tax deal with Rensselaer County

Troy Mayor Carmella Mantello said she has had “initial discussions” with County Executive Steven McLaughlin and hopes to meet with him next week.

Rensselaer County, NY · 4d

Times Union

Crow crackdown doesn't fly with Troy council

Troy has been deemed for the birds. The City Council unanimously voted down a federal contract to send the Collar City’s infamous crows flying.

Troy, NY · 5d

WRGB

More than apartment rent: Inside the cost of DSS motel placements

ALBANY, N.Y. (WRGB) — A month in a single motel room can cost Albany County’s Department of Social Services nearly $2,000 to $3,570 — more than the average monthly rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Albany. Records obtained by CBS6 show the county paid nearly $1.2 million...

Albany County, NY · 4d

Times Union

Albany officials head to Somos conference as city grapples with budget cuts

Mayor Dorcey Applyrs, Common Council members and others are at the political confab in Puerto Rico. Applyrs says no taxpayer dollars are being used.

Albany, NY · 5d

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