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New York's top court upholds mail-in voting for all, rejecting Republican challenge
(Reuters) - New York's highest court upheld a state law on Tuesday that allows any voter to cast a ballot by mail, rejecting a Republican-led lawsuit challenging the statute. In a 6-1 decision, the state Court of Appeals affirmed lower court rulings that the Early Mail Voter Act, which was passed by the Democratic-controlled legislature and signed by Democratic Governor Kathy Hochul last year, did not run afoul of the state constitution.
Girls forge path in STEM thanks to district program
Session 2 of STEMinistas - a district initiative to encourage girls to explore math and science during a fun and educational free camp - saw middle-school students learning about ecological sustainability and human impact on the environment. The girls, in grades 7-8 at William S. Hackett Middle School, Stephen and...
Shaker graves and baseball games: The clash over Albany's Heritage Park
ALBANY, NY (WRGB) — Over the years, local sports fans have had plenty to cheer about: the Firebirds, the River Rats, the Firewolves, the Patroons, the Valley Cats, the Thunder. Still, rewind just 41 years ago, and the only team mascot that you were likely to hear was crickets.
Will The Tri City Valleycats Make The Playoffs This Season?
Under first year manager Greg Tagert the Tri City Valleycats are very close to clinching a playoff spot in the Frontier League's Eastern Division. The team collectively overall has been great and resilient all year long as they have several come from behind wins. They have a few local players who have played very nicely this season too. The fan support has been tremendous and so have the crowds at Joe Bruno Stadium as expected. The front office for the Cats has done another remarkable job this season. Below is my quick take on this as seen in The Times Union:
EP. 63: Keith Morales | Kinda Live Kinda Livin’ Podcast
On this episode of the Kinda Live Kinda Livin’ Podcast, we welcome on Keith Morales of No One You Know Presents! We talk to Keith about the start of NOYK, City of Albany Events, Taylor Swift and all things local music. The Kinda Live Kinda Livin’ Podcast live with...
Member Spotlight: Century Protective Services Inc
Century Protective Services offers a wide range of services, including:. Security Operations Center Management (SOC) More information about their services can be found on their website at www.centuryprotective.com. Looking to the future, Century Protective Services aims to expand its service offerings nationally, providing custom physical and electronic security resources tailored...
Saratoga contractor arrested for reportedly failing to start $20k project
A contractor from Voorheesville was arrested Aug. 14, after state police say he took a $20,000 deposit and did not start work on a project. Alan R. Livingston, 63, of Voorheesville, was charged with third-degree Grand Larceny. According to state police, on July 18, officers received a complaint from a...
New York City Schools Release 2023-24 Grades 3-8 State Test Scores
NYC Public Schools (NYCPS) today released the New York State test score data for grades 3 through 8 from the 2023-24 school year and citywide screener data from grades K-2. Though New York State has thus far only provided rounded percentages, NYCPS’s analysis shows that math scores were up by 3.5 points, increasing from 49.9 percent proficient in 2023 to 53.4 percent in 2024. Comparatively, New York State saw math scores increase by 1.7 points. NYCPS math proficiency rates now surpass those for the state. Additionally, math screener data for grades K-2 shows a 0.7 point increase across all three grades.
“Forgiveness” at Barrington Stage Company is a brilliant look at repentance
The only guarantee you have when attending a world premiere is you can never predict the experience. Leaving “Forgiveness” at Barrington Stage Company I felt I was leaving one of the most provocative and exciting plays of the season. Making it feel odd is based on general pre-show...
Albany Civil Rights icon Dr. Alice Green dies at 84, leaving behind a legacy of social justice and community empowerment
Dr. Alice Green, a social justice pioneer for Albany, died yesterday at 84. The post Albany Civil Rights icon Dr. Alice Green dies at 84, leaving behind a legacy of social justice and community empowerment first appeared on Spotlight News.
State funding going to use for a number of improvements in Guilderland
New York state Assemblyman Phil Steck presents grant funding to Town of Guilderland officials at DiCaprio Park on August 19th, 2024. An Albany County town is celebrating state grant funding to support parks and playgrounds. Surrounded by soccer fields, New York state Assemblyman Phil Steck announced $375,000 in state funding...
First Flakes of Winter May Come Sooner Than You Think in New York
Looks like winter 2024 is getting ready for a very early start in New York State. We're starting to see early projections about what kind of winter to expect this year. The tone is already being set with one cold-front in the month of August, and that could be possibly followed by another by month's end.
These New York Colleges Were Named Some Of The Worst
Kids all across New York State have headed back to campus and as a parent, you want to make sure your kids are getting the most "bang" for their buck when it comes to their education. So this is a list that you don't want your kid's college to land...
Help Needed: Woman Walking With Teddy Bear Badly Hurt In New York
A woman walking on a major highway in New York, while holding a large teddy bear, was hit by a car. Help is needed in identifying her. On Wednesday, New York State Police asked for help in identifying a woman who was hit by a car. New York State Police...
Day 2 at the NYS Fair: Today’s handpicked menu and schedule
Geddes, N.Y. — Welp, Opening Day at the 2024 New York State Fair had its ups, its downs and its sideways. What had been dubbed (by me) the Year of the Goat suddenly turned into the Hour of the Goat. The 100 dwarf goats brought to the Horticulture Building to cuddle with patrons had to turn around Wednesday and go home after one of them came down with a virus that could harm other animals. That sad news came just as heavy showers rolled in, bringing rain that would hit your face as if you were staring at the dark spitting clouds. That weather is likely to blame for keeping attendance for the first day at 38,215.
Exemptions available for NYS Farm Wineries impacted by crop loss during the late April freeze event
RIPLEY, N.Y. (WROC) — On April 25, 2024 a significant frost and freeze caused widespread damage across many New York Wine Regions. None were more impacted than the Lake Erie Wine Region which suffered heavy losses of their Concord Grapes. Enough so that according to a press release from the New York State Department of Agriculture, […]
NYS Fair 2024: We tried over 100 sweets, meats, games and rides, and found the best for you
Geddes, N.Y. — Over two dozen syracuse.com reporters and editors swarmed the New York State Fair for a few hours on opening day Wednesday, tasked with finding the best food and drinks the event has to offer. We went in search of specific types of food: Where can you...
2024-2025 Major Events Schedule at Olympic Regional Development Authority Venues
Governor Hochul Announces 2024-2025 Major Events Schedule at Olympic Regional Development Authority Venues. Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the New York State Olympic Regional Development Authority (Olympic Authority) 2024-2025 events calendar featuring World Cup events in three different sports and the International Bobsled & Skeleton Federation (IBSF) World Championships set for March 2025. The announcement follows the conclusion of the Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games and Team USA’s success, earning an impressive total of 126 medals, including 40 gold.
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