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40 Central New York high school athletic departments earn state academic honors
Syracuse, N.Y. — The New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) announced this past year’s highest academic honors on Friday and Section III was well represented. In total, 40 athletic departments from the section were honored as either a school of distinction or a school of...
Labor union makes ‘no meaningful progress’ with Micron yet, but talks continue
Syracuse, N.Y. — A national labor union said it has made no “meaningful progress” in reaching an agreement with Micron Technology that would require the company to remain neutral if employees want to organize at the company’s proposed plants in Central New York. At the same...
Black leaders unveil Project 2025 counteroffer
Black leaders are presenting voters with an alternative to Project 2025, the controversial plan prepared by conservative groups to guide the next Republican administration. Project FREEDOM — orchestrated by Until Freedom, Live Free, MPower Action, Woke Vote and KAIROS Democracy Project (KDP) — will canvass, engage in calls and run pro-democracy digital campaigns to help…
SMH: State Supreme Court Justice Facing Removal After Threatening To Harm Black Teenagers
Unprofessional, rude, and disgusting: those are just some of the words to describe the behavior of State Supreme Court Justice Erin Gal who has captured national attention. She now faces possible removal from the bench after threatening a group of Black teenagers at a house party near Utica in the summer of 2022. Police bodycam ... Read more The post SMH: State Supreme Court Justice Facing Removal After Threatening To Harm Black Teenagers appeared first on Hollywood Unlocked .
2 Local Fire Departments Awarded Funding for Equipment, Training and Supplies
UTICA, N.Y. -- A few upstate fire departments in New York will soon receive a total of $665,310.24 in federal funding. The funding, which was announced by Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, will support nine fire departments by providing protective gear, training and supplies for emergency personnel.
The Family Counseling Center Announces 2024 Fall Gala Honorees
The Family Counseling Center Announces 2024 Fall Gala Honorees. [Gloversville, NY] The Family Counseling Center of Fulton County is excited to announce their 2024 Fall Gala will be held on Thursday, September 26th from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Lanzi’s on the Lake Restaurant and Marina in Mayfield. Tickets are $100 per person. The event will welcome community members, partners, and others in a celebration of the organization’s nearly 50 years of working with clients in the Mohawk Valley and Southern Adirondacks. All proceeds from the event will go toward supporting and expanding the programs of The Family Counseling Center.
National Guard band to perform in Capital Region
Some special performances are happening in our area starting next week. The 37 soldiers of the New York Army National Guard’s 42nd Infantry Division Band will perform six times over the next two weeks. The band traces its history back to World War I.
Rally to save Great Meadow prison set for Aug. 4
The state has announced that Great Meadow Correctional Facility will close in November. The prison employs about 650 workers. The event will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Fort Ann Super Stop at 11300 State Route 149 in Fort Ann.
Temporary stage put up at Lake George’s Shepard Park
Weeks after a fire destroyed Lake George’s Shepard Park Amphitheater, the village has put up a temporary stage for concerts. The village has held concerts in the park since then in the space. Now, they have installed a temporary stage.
State Police looking for missing man
State Police in Chestertown is seeking the public’s help in looking for a missing man who may be in the Albany area. James Carroll is 5 feet, 8 inches tall and weighs around 230 pounds. He was last seen on Thursday wearing a navy blue baseball cap, gray short-sleeved New England Patriots T-shirt, tan cargo shorts and brown Reebok work boots.
Rangers searching for missing man in Warren County warn "Do not approach"
JOHNSBURG, N.Y. (WRGB) — The search continues for a missing 77-year old camper who was last seen in Warren County last week. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is seeking the public’s help finding a missing 77-year old Michael Zirpoli who was last seen in the town of Johnsburg on July 16th at 3 p.m.
'A problem we can solve:' More affordable housing is coming to Buffalo
NEW YORK — More high-quality, affordable housing is coming to Buffalo. State Senator Sean Ryan announced the first step of ‘The City of Good Neighborhoods’ plan to build safe and affordable rental units statewide. $40 million in the state budget was established in New York’s Vacant Rental Improvement Program to create more affordable rental properties for low-income families, notes the Senator’s Office.
New pool hall and restaurant coming to Plattsburgh
Sky Billiards and MunchiCiani’s officially opens Friday. Aug. 2 at 11 a.m. — PLATTSBURGH | Sky Billiards and MunchiCiani’s, the newest destination for fun and good eats in Plattsburgh, is set to open its doors Friday, Aug. 2. The newly renovated and expansive pool hall and restaurant...
Duo Wanted For Armed Carjacking Targeting Woman In Albany
The incident happened shortly before 11 p.m. Thursday, July 25, in Albany near Alexander and Clinton streets. Albany Police said the victim told officers she was sitting in her vehicle when two men approached, one appearing to hold a handgun, and demanded her car. She complied and the suspects fled...
Arrest made after reports of man with a gun in Troy
TROY, N.Y. (WRGB) — Troy police responded to 4th Street Friday after reports of a man with a gun. Police have taken a man into custody. Around 2:52 in the afternoon, police responded to 4th Street between Ida Street & Jefferson Street. The suspect was not found with a gun, but was arrested for unlawfully operating a vehicle. A truck was found crashed into a pole on scene.
Troy mayor captured in disagreement with businessman in expletive-laced audio
The mayor of Troy can be heard in a pitched disagreement with a local businessman in a recording obtained by WAMC. Mayor Carmella Mantello is heard in the expletive-laced recording made by Anthony DeMeo on Wednesday. DeMeo is frustrated with a city construction project along Campbell Avenue. DeMeo of Bob...
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