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Two arrested outside NY State Executive Mansion while demanding Bottle Bill be passed

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — Two arrests were made outside of the New York State Executive Mansion in Albany Monday morning after protestors dumped a truckload of cans and bottles at the gate. Employees from bottle redemption centers across the state gathered to dump the multiple days’ worth of waste, in an effort to send...
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New York may round prices to nearest nickel as US cancels pennies

A bill was introduced to require New York vendors to round cash purchases to the nearest five-cent denomination, in order to smooth the transition as the U.S. officially ends production of the penny.
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Arrests made as redemption center operators demand fair compensation for unpaid labor

Albany, NY (WRGB) — Two people were arrested during a protest outside of the Executive Mansion. On Monday, demonstrators came out to protest what they describe as years of inaction from state leaders. Beverage container redemption center operators from across New York staged Monday's protest calling for the passage...
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Capital Wing Wars announces winners of 20th competition

The 20th annual Capital Wing Wars, a fundraiser benefiting St. Jude the Apostle School in Wynantskill kicked off Saturday. Similar to years prior, two categories were up for grabs this year, with 20 restaurants and businesses vying for the title of best in the "blind taste test" and "the people's choice award."
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Struggling to Stay Afloat: A Single Woman’s Financial Crisis

In the midst of financial turmoil, a single woman in her early 30s is reaching out for support and shared experiences. Despite earning a decent salary for her area and taking on additional gig work on her days off, she finds herself barely keeping up with her bills. She has cut back on all non-essential expenses,...
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Saratoga Springs Restaurant Gets Shoutout on Social Media

They ranked the 5 highest rated restaurants in Upstate New York and this Saratoga favorite made the list.
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All lanes reopen following car crash on Western Avenue

A car crash closed all eastbound lanes and one westbound lane on Western Avenue between Devonshire Drive and Winding Brook Drive in Guilderland on Sunday, according to 511NY.
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Gas Prices Climb in Capital Region

After a brief period of decline, gas prices are rising again in the Capital Region. According to AAA, the average cost for a gallon of regular fuel has increased to $3.12, up three cents from last week and two cents higher than a month ago. The state average currently stands at $3.13, while the national average is...
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Two arrested after Schenectady standoff

Two people have been charged after a standoff in Schenectady on Sunday morning.
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Three face drug charges after Amsterdam traffic stop

Three people were arrested for allegedly having methamphetamine during a traffic stop. Amsterdam Police said officers stopped a vehicle on Nov. 9 just after 10 p.m. for a traffic violation. They saw signs of drug activity.

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