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Capital Region Divided! See Which Counties Voted Red and Blue for Governor

Hochul won all four core Capital Region counties, but Blakeman carried six surrounding counties. See how yours voted.

New York · 4d

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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 · 3d
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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 · 2d
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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 · 2d
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Albany County Legislator Carolyn McLaughlin weighs in on major redevelopment projects in Albany

This weekend on In Focus, Albany County Legislator Carolyn McLaughlin discusses the importance of community engagement, equitable investment and ensuring underserved neighborhoods have a voice in local government decisions. She weighs in on major redevelopment projects in Albany, including proposed data center development and the distribution of state funding, emphasizing...

Albany, NY · 16h

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25 Lost Movie Theaters Upstate New Yorkers Still Remember

The old movie theaters of Upstate New York were once landmarks of everyday life. Downtown movie palaces filled the sidewalks of Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse, and Albany. Smaller houses in places such as Saranac Lake, Geneva, Oneonta, and Watertown offered the same excitement on a different scale. A theater could be a family’s Saturday afternoon destination, a teenager’s first date, or a place where the town gathered for a film everyone was talking about.

New York · 1d

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Holy Names grad elected to Congress

(WRGB) — A woman elected to Congress from South Carolina has Capital Region ties. Nancy Stewart Lacore is a 1986 graduate of Academy of the Holy Names in Albany. The Democrat was elected to South Carolina's 1st Congressional District. The school says Lacore is a Navy veteran who achieved...

Albany, NY · 2d

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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 · 9d

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Hudson Hotel Workers Grind Lead Paint Into Air Near Strollers, Official Says

City Code Enforcement Officer Nick Fox said workers grinding paint at 16 North Fourth Street in Hudson sent dust into the air on Thursday, Oct. 29. Fox described the work as a risk to the crew and nearby pedestrians; he also said none of the workers was certified to handle lead paint.

Hudson, NY · 2d

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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 · 2d

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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 · 2d

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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 · 3d

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NY-21 has a winner. The wait continues in the 43rd State Senate District

ALBANY, N.Y. (WRGB) — Three days after Election Day on Tuesday, there's an official winner in one of the closely watched congressional races, while the outcome of a tight Capital Region state Senate contest remains unsettled. The Associated Press on Friday called New York’s 21st Congressional District for Republican...

Albany County, NY · 2d

Times Union

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New Scotland a microcosm of fervent clean energy opposition in New York

Battery energy storage and renewable energy projects are getting bogged down by intense pushback on social media and in communities.

New Scotland, NY · 20h

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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 · 2d

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City of Albany poised to borrow more money to cover expenses, including salaries

Cities across New York have been facing financial difficulties in recent years. One of them is the city of Albany, which received the worst stress score of any municipality by the state Comptroller’s Office in its annual report at the end of September. According to the Comptroller’s Office, the city has a projected deficit of $26 million for this year and $35 million for 2027.

Albany, NY · 16h

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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 · 2d

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Hudson Valley Theaters Launch New Program Offering Discounted Tickets

I love that these historic theatres came together to bring something fun to the community. It also allows movie lovers to check out a theatre that they have never been to before in Greene County or Ulster County at a discounted price!

Catskill, NY · 3d

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Christopher House helps homeless female veterans ‘one woman at a time’

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — For many veterans, the battle continues after coming home. One non-profit in Troy has been helping homeless female veterans– not through a shelter– but through supportive housing. NEWS10’s Amber Fisher sat down with the founder of Christopher House, Christine Rem, as well as one of the current residents. Christine is a […]

Troy, NY · 1d