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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 Mac-Haydn Theatre Presents “All Shook Up”
(July 24, 2024–Chatham, NY) The Mac-Haydn Theatre presents “All Shook Up,” a musical homage to Elvis Presley’s timeless songs and the pursuit of dreams. Loosely inspired by Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night”, audiences are invited to immerse themselves in a hip-swiveling, lip-curling extravaganza from August 1 through August 11.
Board of Health’s decision on tobacco sales at Dollar General tabled until future meeting
Great Barrington — The company that operates Dollar General wants to sell tobacco products at its store at 197 Main Street. The store, which is the seventh in Berkshire County, opened earlier this year in the former Walgreens location. According to its website, the company, based out of Goodlettsville,...
BOCES Cosmetology students learn Business 101
The owner of a popular Delmar salon shared her expertise on the intangibles of a good customer experience with students in the Capital Region BOCES Cosmetology program. The post BOCES Cosmetology students learn Business 101 first appeared on Spotlight News.
SPOTTED: 2024 Biking, Burgers, and Beverages on the Rail Trail
Guilderland and Bethlehem chambers brought back the Bikes, Burgers and Beverages event at the Albany County Helderberg-Hudson Rail Trail. The post SPOTTED: 2024 Biking, Burgers, and Beverages on the Rail Trail first appeared on Spotlight News.
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 touts $600K+ investment in Canal Park
The City of Troy announced a significant milestone in its efforts to enhance the quality of life for its residents through the revitalization of Canal Park, with new playground equipment, bike path, fencing and landscaping The post Troy touts $600K+ investment in Canal Park first appeared on Spotlight News.
A John Denver Christmas Returns to Troy Savings Bank Music Hall
The Troy Savings Bank Music Hall is to host the “Rocky Mountain High Experience: A John Denver Christmas” on Sunday, Nov. 24, at 3 p.m. The post A John Denver Christmas Returns to Troy Savings Bank Music Hall first appeared on Spotlight News.
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