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No more hair left behind: New law changes cosmetology school training
From straight to curly-- coily to kinky-- no two heads of hair are alike. A new state law now ensures cosmetology programs teach students how to work with all hair textures and types. At Albany High School, students get a hands-on experience through a free weekly clinic.
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Expect Albany’s leaders to throw away its $8B Wall Street revenue windfall
Albany just got a windfall of $8 billion — get ready to watch the state’s leaders throw it away. Wall Street bonuses are soaring for a third straight year, not only producing an $8 billion surplus this year, but also slashing the coming year’s deficit by $6.4 billion to $2.9 billion, a gap the current overage can obviously cover. As state Budget Director Blake Washington noted Tuesday, “It’s hard to talk about new taxes when revenues are performing the way they are,” indicating that Gov. Kathy Hochul won’t be proposing tax hikes, but only “presenting a new favorable financial plan.” This explains Hochul ‘s comment to reporters at the Somos junket in Puerto Rico, namely that she’s open to new taxes “if there’s a need.” Where California Propositions stand as votes are tallied: Prop 40 wealth tax, home loan funds and more Of course, that doesn’t rule out a political need. She’s facing intense pressure from Mayor Zohran Mamdani to hike taxes, because for the socialists, the huge amount of taxes the rich already pay is never enough: They must be punished until they flee New York, taking this massive windfall with them. California voters overwhelmingly reject union-backed Prop. 44
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Latham Pools Unveils 2026 Photo Contest Winners
LATHAM, N.Y. (November 10, 2026) — Latham Group, Inc. [NASDAQ: SWIM], the largest designer, manufacturer and marketer of in-ground residential swimming pools in North America, Australia and New Zealand, today announced the winners of its 2026 Photo Contest, spotlighting 12 standout backyard pools built by Latham dealers across the United States and Canada this year.
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Local Nonprofit Celebrates Grand Opening, Expands Support for Veterans and First Responders
The event drew a packed crowd of supporters, neighbors, and community members, creating an atmosphere of excitement and gratitude as attendees gathered to learn more about the organization’s mission and services. “We had a packed room,” organizers said. “Thank you to everyone who came, both new faces and familiar...
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New York Snow Nov. 12-14: Up to 6 Inches in Catskills
Albany, NY – A developing winter weather system could bring accumulating snow to portions of eastern New York beginning Thursday, Nov. 12, with some higher elevations of the Catskills and Adirondacks potentially receiving 4 to 6 inches.
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Troy Turkey Trot Turns 79, Mayor Eyes Record Haul Past $40,000
Troy officials gathered at Ryan’s Wake Public House to officially launch the countdown to the 79th Pioneer Troy Turkey Trot, with Mayor Carmella Mantello calling it the city’s biggest draw of the year. The mayor said she’s hoping this year’s race tops last year’s $40,000 fundraising total, and if it does, the Salvation Army will be added as a third beneficiary alongside the event’s existing charities.
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Devin Lander confident as senator-elect in race against Jake Ashby
COHOES, N.Y. (WRGB) — There are only a couple hundred votes left to count for Senate District 43, not enough, according to Devin Lander, to prevent his victory. He was recognized in Cohoes during its Veterans Day ceremony. "We're also joined by incoming New York State Senator Devin Lander," said Mayor Bill Keeler.
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Paul Grondahl's new book is 'Andy Rooney: A Lucky Life'
For more than three decades, Andy Rooney was America's favorite curmudgeon, delivering sharp, funny, and sometimes controversial observations on CBS '60 Minutes.'. But the Albany native was far more than a television personality. He was a World War II correspondent, prolific author, and pioneering broadcast journalist. In his new biography,...