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1. Andy Rooney biography traces commentator's Albany childhood (dailygazette.com) — Albany readers can meet biographer Paul Grondahl at several local events this month as he discusses his new book on commentator Andy Rooney, who grew up in Pine Hills and attended Albany Academy. The biography explores Rooney's deep Capital Region roots, his prolific "60 Minutes" career, and lesser-known personal struggles, while highlighting connections to local institutions like SUNY Press and the New York State Writers Institute.
2. Albany police boost Pine Hills patrols as search continues in teen's killing (cbs6albany.com) — Albany residents, especially in Pine Hills, will see more police patrols over upcoming weekends as officers investigate the fatal shooting of a 15-year-old during UAlbany's homecoming. Police are reviewing surveillance video from Hudson Avenue, while a local store worker describes earlier violence and questions whether heavier policing alone will solve late-night safety problems.
3. Albany mayor going on a 'Budget Engagement Tour' throughout the city (news10.com) — Albany residents will have several chances through mid‑November to question Mayor Dorcey Applyrs directly about her proposed $257.5 million 2027 city budget and a looming $55 million deficit. Her "Budget Engagement Tour" includes six neighborhood stops and one virtual session, with a focus on public safety, economic strength, and better support for historically underserved communities.
4. Man charged in shots fired incident in Albany (newportdispatch.com) — Albany police have charged a 27-year-old Watervliet man in connection with August gunfire near First Street and Quail Street, where no injuries were reported. After identifying him as the suspected shooter, officers arrested him in Watervliet, and he's now facing multiple weapon and reckless endangerment charges following arraignment in Albany City Criminal Court.
5. State of NY- Expert Database Architect HBITS-08-15032 Albany, NY (dice.com) — A long-term Expert Database Architect position is open in Albany, supporting the state's OMH data warehouse and complex health data projects. Local tech professionals with deep Informatica, Oracle, and UNIX experience, plus a related bachelor's degree, are encouraged to apply for this 30‑month role leading ETL architecture and administration.
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