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Tuesday, November 12th, 2024
Good morning, Schenectady. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ GE Aerospace made a charitable contribution of $400,000 to three veteran organizations in observance of Veterans Day, with a significant portion allocated to support accommodations for veterans' families during medical care. The Daily Gazette
- ➤ A U.S. Army veteran in Schenectady was given a free roof by Next Generation Roofing under the Owens Corning Roof Deployment Project, which has provided over 600 roofs to veterans since 2016. WNYT
- ➤ Local businesses across the Capital Region are providing veterans with free meals, doughnuts, car washes, and more to honor their service on Veterans Day. CBS 6 Albany
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ New York's Education Commissioner advocates for local communities to determine smartphone policies in schools, diverging from calls for a statewide ban. CBS 6 Albany
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The National Weather Service issued a red-flag warning across several New York counties due to critical fire weather conditions, following recent wildfires and advising against outdoor burning. The Daily Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ After more than 80 years, John Tarbert, a World War II airman killed in Germany, was finally identified and laid to rest in the United States thanks to DNA provided by his son. The Daily Gazette
- ➤ Schenectady Mayor Gary McCarthy signed a $116.7 million budget for 2025 with a 3% property tax increase, an $18,281 raise for his salary, and the use of $3 million in ARPA funding. The Daily Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A local author is using children's books to increase awareness of Cadasil, a rare genetic blood disorder leading to stroke, cognitive decline, and dementia. CBS 6 Albany
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Over 1,200 participants competed in the 2024 MVP Healthcare Stockade-athon in Schenectady, with Alex Corbett and Cara Udvadia winning the men's and women's titles respectively. The Daily Gazette
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