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New York state civil service: These applications are open through August
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The New York State Department of Civil Service (DCS) has released its July through August application schedule for New York’s entry-level civil service exams. The open-competitive exams are an opportunity to start a career with New York state. These tests are open to anyone...
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...
Guilderland proposes extending terms for supervisor and clerk
GUILDERLAND — Guilderland Supervisor Peter Barber has drafted a law that would extend both the supervisor’s term and the town clerk’s term from the current two years to four years. A public hearing on the bill will be held on Aug. 13 at 7 p.m. at Guilderland...
Reservoir buffer protects our drinking water
I am writing to state my objection to any approval of the application by Michael Floccuzio, owner of the parcel at 4478 Western Turnpike, that allows for construction within the 500-foot buffer zone [of the Watervliet Reservoir]. The owner purchased said property knowing the aforementioned limitations. This buffer protects our...
South Carolina man admits to fatal Cohoes shooting
A South Carolina man has admitted to a fatal shooting in Cohoes last August. Nalik Sealy, 26, pleaded guilty in Albany County Court on Friday to second-degree murder and criminal possession of a weapon in the death of Shieer Leggett. Anti-violence activist Dontie Mitchell was the first person arrested in...
Lawmakers from New York rally behind Donald Trump ahead of primetime RNC speech
As Donald Trump gets ready to deliver his primetime RNC address, his first speech since the attempted assassination against him, Republicans, including lawmakers from New York, are rallying behind the former president.On Thursday, a very confident Eric Trump was outside Milwaukee's convention center, strolling into what may be his family's second stay in the White House.Donald Trump is expected to accept his party's presidential nomination on the last night of the convention, and as his team puts it, usher in a new golden age for America."I think you are going to see a much more gentler President Trump tonight," Nicole...
NY doctor delivers baby in same room as he delivered mom 22 years ago
ROCKVILLE CENTRE, N.Y. (PIX11) — Life came full circle at one Long Island hospital this week. New mom Emoni Wise gave birth to her baby boy, Legend Wise, on Sunday at Catholic Health Mercy Hospital. Making the moment extra special, the doctor who delivered Legend, Dr. Jay Seraji, also happened to deliver Wise in the […]
Andrew Cuomo testing political waters as campaign committee pays pollster $67,000
Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo looks to be gearing up for another shot at a political office as his campaign committee paid a pollster about $67,700 for “polling costs,” according to state financial disclosures reviewed by the Washington Examiner. According to the Expedition Strategies website, the pollster works “collaboratively with campaigns, companies, and advocacy […]
Massive Fireball Streaks Across New York Skies, Causing Explosive Boom
Some lucky New Yorkers who were looking up at the right time got to see a giant ball of light streak across the sky. Soon after, witnesses reported hearing a super loud booms and even felt some shaking. The rare but incredible celestial event happened on the 16th, but NASA...
Drivers to get huge $6,700 one-time payment from $50 million settlement if they had cars repaired – see who qualifies
CHEVY and GM diesel owners equipped with a large displacement V8 and a specific fuel pump could be seeing a substantial payday. The settlement covers drivers in seven states, with some being paid up to $12,700. Chevrolet and GMC, both brands under General Motors, have reached a preliminary settlement for...
Travel slowly returning to normal at Albany Airport after global internet outage
Global internet outage affecting flights from Albany International Airport. Travel at Albany International Airport is beginning to return to normal after a global internet outage caused dozens of flights to be delayed or canceled. Hundreds of travelers were unable to board their flights because of a technical glitch. Cybersecurity company...
Man charged with arson, accused of setting two churches on fire
Fulton County, NY (WRGB) — A Broadalbin man is facing multiple felonies after police say he set two different churches on fire. According to state police, in conjunction with the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office, the Fulton County District Attorney’s Office, New York State Office of Fire Prevention and Control, Fulton County Office of Emergency Management and the Bureau of ATF and Explosives arrested Leon G. Nadeau, 39, of Broadalbin, Thursday charging him with two third-degree counts of arson and one fifth-degree count of arson.
Broadalbin-Perth Jr./Sr. High introduces swim lessons to physical education curriculum
During the past school year, junior high students were given the opportunity to take swim lessons at the Johnstown YMCA. From February to April, students were bussed to the YMCA during their physical education classes, where they were able to take swim lessons in the pool. The partnership began when Broadalbin-Perth athletic director Tucker Gifford reached out to the YMCA about a collaboration. The YMCA was incredibly receptive, allowing students to take over six weeks of swim lessons.
Two teens left with serious injuries after Troy shooting
TROY, N.Y. (WRGB) — Two teenagers were left with serious injuries after police said they were shot in an alleyway Saturday morning. Troy Police said the shooting occurred just before 3 a.m. between 2nd and 4th Streets near Tyler Street. A 17-year-old male and 19-year-old female were hit by gunfire, according to authorities.
B-P receives six national communications awards
The Broadalbin-Perth Communications team has received six 2024 Publications and Digital Media Excellence Awards from the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA). This is the most Awards of Excellence the district has won in a single year and the most total awards the district has ever won. Broadalbin-Perth has been participating in this annual contest since 2010.
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