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Zoom interview with Michael Balboni, former NY Homeland Security czar
Former New York state Homeland Security czar Michael Balboni discusses the global IT outage and the risks associated with it. Balboni says some companies are at a greater risk because not all software and technology investments are the same.
AOC blasts colleagues who are "too scared" to publicly say what they think about Biden
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., took to Instagram live Thursday evening to make a a fervid argument in favor of President Joe Biden staying on top of the Democratic ticket, Business Insider reported. In a nearly hour-long session, the progressive lawmaker expressed her support for Biden despite the party’s dissonance over...
Biden administration calls for lawyers to help asylum seekers pro bono amid massive backlog
The White House has made an open call for the legal community to provide assistance with immigration and asylum cases, as the backlog of cases remains at historical records. "The administration is announcing a call to action for members of the legal community, including law firms, nonprofits, advocacy organizations, and other stakeholders to make commitments of pro bono support for those who are unrepresented in immigration proceedings," the White House said in a statement on Wednesday.
In his own words: New York man with ALS, given 2-5 years to live, wants right to die
Editor’s note: This story is part of a series of stories exploring New York’s controversial proposed Medical Aid in Dying Act. At stake is how the law defines what is permissible as people face heart-wrenching decisions about how to spend their final days. Are you a Staten Islander who supports or opposes medical aid in dying? Do you have a terminal illness? Email Lauren Lovallo at llovallo@siadvance.com.
Glynwood Center receives over $800,000 grant from Albany
PHILIPSTOWN – The Glynwood Center in Philipstown received good news Thursday when Governor Kathy Hochul announced it will receive $811,400 from the New York Food for New York Families program. Glynwood was the sole recipient in the Hudson Valley; 12 food service organizations statewide received a total of $7.6...
Billings ‘malls’ Albany for Arena Bowl XXXIII championship
They used to play a bowl game in Atlantic City Convention Hall. Yes, a football game indoors in a venue that was far from a domed stadium. New Jersey went that one better on Friday as the Billings Outlaws defeated the Albany Firebirds, 46-41, in Arena Bowl XXXIII. How was the Boardwalk Bowl one-upped in the Garden State? The Arena League Championship was played in a mall. Yes, a shopping mall. The American Dream in East Rutherford. “A site for a championship game unlike anything we’ve ever seen.” ArenaBowl XXXIII from American Dream mall starts right now on CBS Sports Network! pic.twitter.com/MVaFrEHvuf — CBS...
Win Tickets To See Dirty Honey at Empire Live In Albany! Win On The App Weekend!
The Los Angeles based Rock band Dirty Honey will return to the Capital Region for a show scheduled for Wednesday October 9, 2024 at Empire Live, 93 North Pearl Street in Albany. Tickets are on sale now. Check for tickets HERE. Q1057 and 1035, the Capital Region's Classic rock Station...
St. Rose's finances wane before closure, revealing higher pay amid falling revenues
ALBANY, NY (WRGB) — New insight into the financial situation at The College of Saint Rose in the months leading up to its closure this year. As a non-profit, the college must make its tax documents public. The most recent tax filing, for 2023, was just filed in May.
Country Star Thomas Rhett Shows Off His New Albany FireWolves’ Jersey [PHOTO]
During the 2024 National Lacrosse League season, we learned that comedian Bert Kreischer was a fan of the Albany FireWolves and their jerseys. Soon after that, the FireWolves revealed on Instagram that another star was added to the list. Country Music Superstar Thomas Rhett is Presented a FireWolves' Jersey. Nope,...
$100M will pay to ‘decarbonize’ NY Capitol, Empire State Plaza
Albany, N.Y. — The Empire State Plaza and Capitol will receive $100 million in state funding to start the first phase of a plan to decarbonize state buildings. The 98-acre complex in Albany will implement a thermal energy network as the state moves to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to reach climate goals, according to the Office of General Services.
REVIEW: “Beautiful: The Carole King Musical” at theREP
When we think of the legendary Carole King, we most often picture her on the cover of her second studio album, Tapestry, sitting on a windowsill with her cat. The year was 1971. Many of us know all the lyrics, and fondly remember singing along. Most are unaware, however, that King, originally, Carole Klein, had a thriving career writing hit songs for others until she had the courage to perform her own work. The story of her early years, starting at age 16, is the subject of Beautiful: the Carole King Musical, book by Douglas McGrath, music and lyrics by Carole King, Gerry Goffin, Barry Mann, and Cynthia Weil, being performed at The REP in Albany, New York.
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