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Grieving mom pushes for Grieving Families Act after son dies in Albany Med ER
ALBANY, N.Y. (WRGB) — CBS 6 is hearing from the mother taking legal action against Albany Med Health System after her toddler died on its watch. Keri-Sue McManus wants accountability for the death of her three-year old son Micah, a death she believes was preventable. She believes the governor can provide that accountability by signing the Grieving Families Act.
Upstate NY Corgi Racing Has Gone Viral in New Video
A new level of cuteness and chaos has been unlocked at an upstate New York county fair after its corgi race devolved into an absolute free-for-all. County fair organizers certainly know which special ingredients to add to their events to make them memorable. While many Dutchess County, NY residents will tell you that the must-try experience at the Dutchess County Fair are the famous 4-H milkshakes, there was a different star a little further north.
Things to do in the Capital Region this weekend: Aug. 30-Sept. 1
The weekend is almost here! From fairs the Capital District Scottish Games to the last weekend of racing at Saratoga Race Course for the 2024 season, there are quite a few things happening on August 30, August 31, and September 1.
N.Y. reparations study takes shape at second meeting
The commission studying reparations for the consequences of New York's role in the slave trade remains in the administrative phase, but members said Tuesday they expect to start the difficult conversations this fall — with little time to spare. The state's Community Commission on Reparations Remedies met this week...
Albany Pop Warner Day: Mayor Kathy Sheehan Delivers Proclamation to Youth Football Org.
Albany, N.Y. — It was quite the special Thursday night at practice for the Albany Pop Warner organization. Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan stopped by to deliver a proclamation, acknowledging the successful 2023 season that all these youth football teams had. January 6th, 2024 will forever be known as Albany Pop Warner day in the Capital Region.
New York State funding unlocks federal grant for the Town of Colonie
New state funding will support public safety efforts in Colonie. New York state Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie was in Latham Thursday to announce funding meant to activate a federal grant for public safety. The Bronx Democrat says the money will improve communications services among first responders and motorists. $650,000 will...
Albany County Eyes Improvements on Rail Trail in Slingerlands
In July, during the dedication of the central “tail head” in Slingerlands of the Albany Country Hudson Helderberg Rail Tail, Albany County took the opportunity to announce some next steps in its program to grow the Trail. There are no specific promises about particular dates, but each of the following is nearing execution in the very near future. The post Albany County Eyes Improvements on Rail Trail in Slingerlands first appeared on Spotlight News.
Arches for NJ Transit's new Portal rail bridge will be barged down the Hudson
NJ Transit President and CEO Kevin Corbett recently toured a port near Albany, New York, where the Portal Arches, part of the new North Portal Bridge, are being built and assembled. The new rail bridge will replace the current 114-year-old swing bridge, which spans the Hackensack River between Kearny and Secaucus. ...
Our new building name is now official!
It’s official – the vibrant school community at 50 Lark St. is now Albany International Academy!. The school celebrated the name change Thursday evening with the unveiling of its new signs at the main entrance. Superintendent Joseph Hochreiter and Principal Rachel Stead offered remarks about the name change, as did former Dual Language Program student Maya Proffitt, now a sixth-grader at William S. Hackett Middle School.
‘It feels like home’: Albany nonprofit gets more money for veteran housing
The number of veterans experiencing homelessness nationwide has increased by seven percent from 2022-2023, according to the National Alliance to End Homelessness. This trend is something the Albany Housing Coalition wants to reverse.
Psychologist offers tips to avoid getting overwhelmed by election news
Tips to prevent getting overwhelmed with election news. If you feel overwhelmed by the nonstop election coverage, there are ways to calm down. People tend to stress themselves out by imagining the worst-case scenario, according to health experts. Dr. Susan Albers, a psychologist for the Cleveland Clinic, said that it...
Albany County Legislator seeks new Thruway exit for Coeymans
An Albany County Legislator calling for a new Thruway exit in the town of Coeymans. Zach Collins, a Republican who represents the 37th district, says commercial vehicles often slow traffic along State Routes 143 and 144, impacting motorists in Coeymans and the neighboring village of Ravena. Collins says currently tractor-trailers...
Honoring ordinary New Scots who did extraordinary things
On Saturday, Sept. 7, at 10 a.m., a historic marker to commemorate the graves of the 14 American Revolutionary War Patriots buried in the New Scotland Cemetery will be dedicated. The marker has been funded by a grant by the Pomeroy Foundation awarded to the Sons of the American Revolution. We thank both these organizations.
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