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Maria College Extends President Ortale’s Contract Through 2030
Maria College’s Board of Trustees has unanimously approved a contract extension for President Lynn Ortale, Ph.D., securing her leadership through 2030. Dr. Ortale, who became the College’s sixth president in July 2022, began her extended term on July 1. Outgoing Board Chair Mary Jo LaPosta noted that Dr....
REVIEW: Herb Alpert provides the calm after the storm at The Egg in Albany
In a world that functions — and at times dysfunctions — on a see-saw of conflict vs. resolution, much of our music reflects that process. Trumpet player Herb Alpert is all about that resolution, but without the conflict. His show to a sold-out audience at The Egg in Albany on Tuesday was “nice.” And I don’t mean that in a deprecating way.
Sheila E. concert at Empire State Plaza moved indoors
Percussionist and singer Sheila E. is set to perform at the Empire State Plaza on Wednesday with the concert starting at 5:30 p.m. Due to the anticipated bad weather, the concert has been moved inside to the Empire State Plaza Convention Center.
Fall exhibitions at the University Art Museum announced
ALBANY, NY.- The University Art Museum presents Job Security: Voices and Views from the American Security Industry in its main galleries, and Sky Hopinka’s film Dislocation Blues in the Nancy Hyatt Liddle Gallery. Job Security: Voices and View from the American Security Industry. The exhibition Job Security: Voices and...
Women’s Health Wednesday: Watching for vision problems
Two out of every three cases of vision problems occur in women, according to the National Eye Institute. Women are also more likely to develop certain eye diseases according to studies from the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
Apex Entertainment(R) and 110 Grill(R) Expand Sports Marketing Programs to Albany With College Basketball Legend
Siena College Basketball Coach Gerry McNamara Joins RAVentures' Roster of Athletes and Coaches Honored and Celebrated in Local Communities Across the Northeast. ALBANY, NY and WESTFORD, MA / ACCESSWIRE / July 15, 2024 / Apex Entertainment®, a family entertainment destination for people of all ages, and 110 Grill®, the fastest growing allergy-friendly restaurant brand in the Northeast - with locations in Albany and Latham, NY - announce a new partnership with Siena College Basketball Coach Gerry McNamara. This new alliance marks the 14th relationship the brands have specially selected since 2021 to increase community connection in local markets.
Bond, Boroujerdi, and Shelukar Join Men’s Basketball Staff
ALBANY, N.Y. – The University at Albany men's basketball team has announced the hiring of Jaylen Bond, Kian Boroujerdi, and Sanjit Shelukar for the 2024-25 season. Bond will serve as an assistant coach, Boroujerdi will serve as the team's director of basketball operations, and Shelukar joins as a graduate assistant.
Albany plans revolution anniversary celebration
The AlbanyNY250 Commission announced plans for “Crossroads of the Revolution,” a celebration marking the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence The post Albany plans revolution anniversary celebration first appeared on Spotlight News.
Grand Central's Main Concourse reopens. Protesters take to NYC streets
NEW YORK – Grand Central Terminal's Main Concourse has reopened to the public. It was temporarily closed Thursday afternoon in response to reports of planned protests.CBS New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports MTA Police got word that a pro-Palestinian protest was scheduled to take place by the clock in the middle of the Main Concourse at 5:30 p.m.There was a heavy police presence from multiple agencies, including New York State Police and MTA Police, and police surrounded the concourse with barricades.Riders were directed to use alternate entrances. Train service did not appear to be disrupted.The concourse has since reopened.Protesters gather outside...
New York to launch application process for $500 million green chips community fund
Syracuse, N.Y. -- New York will launch an online portal next month for organizations to apply for grants from a $500 million fund designed to benefit communities surrounding Micron Technology Inc.’s planned semiconductor megafab in Clay. The portal will open Aug. 15. Groups interested in applying for a grant...
ALERT: These Campsites In New York State Have CLOSED
The recent storms that pounded portions of New York State have lead to officials closing various campsites. The summer storms that raged through the last few days left a line of destruction behind. As residents cleanup and, in some cases, start to rebuild their homes, the weather is starting to become more enjoyable with less humidity and sunny skies.
Sullivan Correctional Facility marked for closure: What to know
The Sullivan Correctional Facility will close in 2024, the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision announced Thursday. The Fallsburg site is one of two maximum-security state correctional facilities DOCCS marked for closure. The other is Great Meadow Correctional Facility in Washington County. At Sullivan Correctional Facility, 426...
Local marijuana stores opened a year ago
BUFFALO, N.Y. — With it being a year since the first marijuana stores started opening in Western New York, 2 On Your Side checked in with an attorney who specializes in the cannabis industry. Last July, Western New York saw its first marijuana stores open after years of planning.
Daring Rescue: Many Saved After Multiple Boats Overturn In Upstate New York
Six people boating in an Upstate New York River were injured when multiple boats overturned and saved miles away. On Tuesday, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) confirmed in its " DEC Forest Rangers - Week in Review" that Forest Ranger saved six people from a river. The weekly report highlights recent statewide forest ranger action.
Northwell hospitals earn high rankings
Several area Northwell Health hosptials were recently given top honors by U.S. News and World Report, making Northwell the most-awarded health system in the state for the second year in a row. The rankings assess nearly 4,500 medical centers across the country in 15 different specialties; only 160 hospitals were...
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