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Late bedtimes and not enough sleep can harm developing brains – and poorer kids are more at risk
(FORT COLLINS, CO) Shorter sleep and later bedtimes are linked to potentially harmful functional changes to parts of the brain important for coping with stress and controlling negative emotions, our recently published research found. And children in families with low economic resources are particularly at risk.
Discrimination Lawsuit Against N.Y. City Official Can't Be Totally Sealed at Plaintiff's Behest
From Doe v. City of New York, decided today by Judge Gregory Woods (S.D.N.Y.):. One distinguishing facet of the American legal system is its commitment to public access to the trial process. This legacy of "open justice" is as old as America itself. The plaintiff in this action asks that the Court deviate from that legacy and to permit her to litigate her case under seal in complete secrecy. Because the plaintiff has not overcome the strong presumption to public access that attaches to judicial documents—including her complaint and the existence of the case itself—her motion to seal the case is DENIED….
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...
Ground Broken on Long Island on nation's largest offshore wind farm
SHIRLEY, N.Y. -- There was a historic groundbreaking Wednesday for New York's next offshore wind farm, which will be seven times bigger than the first one.Years in the making, winds of change are coming to the state's energy grid. Months after South Fork Wind went live, the far bigger Sunrise Wind will have 84 turbines to generate 924 megawatts, making it the largest wind farm in the nation.Ocean winds will be supplying the project's clean energy by 2026."Six hundred thousand homes. That is the metric and that is a true game changer for Long Island," said Doreen Harris, president of...
Berkshire Workforce Board Elects New Board Officers
PITTSFIELD, Mass. MassHire's Berkshire Workforce Board recapped successes of FY24, honored individuals and elected Board Officers for FY25 during its annual Board Meeting. The Board of Directors of the MassHire Berkshire Workforce Board (BWB) convened virtually at the BWB Annual Board Meeting on June 6, 2024, to discuss workforce strategies and reflect on the successes of the past year.
Medical center selected for award
BENNINGTON - The Kendall Emergency Department at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC) has been selected as a recipient of the Emergency Nurses Association’s 2024 Lantern Award for demonstrating excellence in leadership, practice, education, advocacy, and research performance. Support local journalism. Access to our full website, including e-edition archives, starts...
ValleyCats to host Veterans Day Out on July 24
Veterans can catch a free ballgame at Joseph L. Bruno Stadium in Troy. Albany County and “The Joe” are honoring our local heroes with “Veterans Day Out.”. Veterans and their families are invited to enjoy the Tri-City ValleyCats baseball game happening on Wednesday, July 24 at 11 a.m. The special event offers free tickets and a meal voucher for anyone eligible.
Albany officials warn of harmful algae blooms in Washington Park Lake
ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — The Albany Water Department is advising the public to be cautious of harmful algae blooms in Washington Park Lake. Harmful algae blooms can produce toxins that can be harmful to people and animals. No fishing or swimming for dogs is allowed in Washington Park Lake...
St. Rose's finances wane before closure, revealing higher pay amid falling revenues
ALBANY, NY (WRGB) — New insight into the financial situation at The College of Saint Rose in the months leading up to its closure this year. As a non-profit, the college must make its tax documents public. The most recent tax filing, for 2023, was just filed in May.
Win Tickets To See Dirty Honey at Empire Live In Albany! Win On The App Weekend!
The Los Angeles based Rock band Dirty Honey will return to the Capital Region for a show scheduled for Wednesday October 9, 2024 at Empire Live, 93 North Pearl Street in Albany. Tickets are on sale now. Check for tickets HERE. Q1057 and 1035, the Capital Region's Classic rock Station...
$100M will pay to ‘decarbonize’ NY Capitol, Empire State Plaza
Albany, N.Y. — The Empire State Plaza and Capitol will receive $100 million in state funding to start the first phase of a plan to decarbonize state buildings. The 98-acre complex in Albany will implement a thermal energy network as the state moves to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to reach climate goals, according to the Office of General Services.
5 things to know this Friday, July 19
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), the Albany International Airport says they are dealing with ongoing outages that have impacted airlines and other organizations worldwide. Passengers flying in or out of the airport may experience delays due to the airline computer issue. Also, on Thursday, DOCCS announced the closure process will begin immediately at Great Meadow and Sullivan Correctional Facilities. These stories, and more, are covered in your five things to know this Friday.
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