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Beneath the Mountain: The Tragedy and Folklore of the Hoosac Tunnel

NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Beneath the Hoosac Mountain, between North Adams and Florida, Massachusetts, runs a railroad tunnel whose history is marked by engineering breakthroughs, deadly accidents and generations of ghost stories. Stretching approximately 4.75 miles through the mountain, the Hoosac Tunnel was one of the most ambitious American...

North Adams, MA · 4d
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This Upstate New York City Runs America’s Oldest Horse Track And Keeps Landing On Best Small City Lists

Some Upstate towns are famous for one thing. This one somehow juggles thoroughbreds, mineral springs, vintage race cars and a landmark concert stage, all inside one small city north of Albany. It keeps showing up on best small city lists, and it is easy to see why once you start...

Saratoga Springs, NY · 3d
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The History of Downtown Troy's "Warner Brothers Building"

We've all seen it, so why does Warner Brothers have a giant logo in Downtown Troy?

Troy, NY · 11d

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Greenwich Holiday Lighted Tractor Parade

It's the holiday season, and that means it's time for the Greenwich Holiday Lighted Tractor Parade!. This is the 14th annual edition of this one-of-a-kind event, where local residents decorate their tractors with holiday cheer and parade them through the streets of Greenwich, NY. Around 10,000 people come every year...

Greenwich, NY · 1d
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ALERT: Water main break in Brattleboro

BRATTLEBORO, Vt. (WCAX) - The department of public works is attempting to fix a water main break on High Street Tuesday morning. The incident is near the entrance to High-Grove parking lot. Motorists are asked to avoid the area while work crews address the issue. Residents in the immediate area...

Brattleboro, VT · 11h

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Southwestern Vermont Chamber celebrates community leaders at 4th annual Heart of The Shires event

VermontBiz The Southwestern Vermont Chamber of Commerce brought together nonprofit leaders, volunteers, business owners, and community partners on Thursday evening for its 4th Annual Heart of The Shires celebration, recognizing three individuals and organizations whose leadership, service, and commitment continue to strengthen Southwestern Vermont. Held November 5 at the Bennington...

Bennington, VT · 1d

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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 · 2d

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Setting the goal: more households with workers

Next Gen Brattleboro launches with a four-organization alliance, a case for growth, and a $1 million match for a new leadership fund. Read the story on VTDigger here: Setting the goal: more households with workers .

Brattleboro, VT · 2d

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NYS Majority Leader Ron Canestrari dead at 83

New York State Assemblymember Ron Canestrari has died at 83 years old after a three week stretch of illness.

New York · 1d

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New southern Vermont initiative targets healthcare needs

BRATTLEBORO, Vt. – This year, Brattleboro Development Credit Corporation (BDCC) will partner with employers and local training providers to create a new Southern Vermont LNA Hub. The hub was launched with funding from Vermont’s Rural Health Transformation Program, which aims to strengthen the rural healthcare workforce network. This initiative will support training and recruitment for licensed nursing assistants (LNA), who are key to frontline healthcare delivery. The hub will make investments to improve training options and outcomes, including low-cost and no-cost training and job readiness support for LNA trainees.

Brattleboro, VT · 9h

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Some Rensselaer County sewer rents could rise nearly 33% by 2029

County lawmakers will vote on staggered rate hikes over three years to address a projected $1.2 million shortfall in Sewer District No. 1.

Rensselaer County, NY · 9h

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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 · 11h

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New York Announces $2.4 Million For Diversion Programs Addressing Behavioral Health Needs

The New York State Office of Mental Health today announced that $2.4 million was awarded to help four counties divert individuals with behavioral health issues from the criminal justice system by connecting them with timely treatment and services. The funding will help three non-profit service providers offer community-based diversion programs...

New York · 1d

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Living in Hoffman Homes parks 'a nightmare' with no escape

Hoffman Tenants Advocacy Group said park owners are still trying to force tenants to pay their property taxes, despite July ruling noted it "runs afoul" of the law.

Albany, NY · 12h

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Former Assembly Majority Leader Ron Canestrari dead at 83

Canestrari, a former Cohoes mayor who became majority leader of the state Assembly, died Monday after a brief illness.

Cohoes, NY · 1d

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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 · 2d

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Crows and Troy residents to coexist after USDA contract voted down

TROY, N.Y. (WRGB) -- The Troy City Council unanimously voted to deny a contract with the USDA for crow scare tactics, deciding it's best to coexist rather than deal with its methods. President Sue Steele said this is what the constituents wanted. "Well, the meeting (on Thursday night) was interesting....

Troy, NY · 4d

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Buying Alcohol Will Be Difficult for Berkshire Residents Come Christmas

Because of the Massachusetts law, planning ahead is key.

Massachusetts · 1d

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More than half of Troy’s proposed budget goes to public safety, mayor says

Troy city leaders are taking a closer look at next year's budget with a focus on public safety. The proposed 2027 budget includes more than $130 million in spending, and on Monday night, city council members were reviewing how much money is going toward police and fire services. NEWS10's Tyanna Xavier was in Troy with what was being discussed.

Troy, NY · 20h

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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 · 1d