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Cheers Albany! We're back, helping you stay up to date with what's happening. Let's take on the day together! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a $2.9M settlement reshapes Albany banks' MyPayrollHR losses
  • How could you soon visit Albany airport gates without flying?
  • What led to charges against an Albany County Flock data investigator?

Also on today's calendar: Jay Medal Soirée and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you get when you cross an angry cow with an angry sheep? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Breezy with partial sunshine, with a high of 80 and low of 58 degrees.
  • Friday: Sunny, nice and less humid, temps: high: 74, low: 48.
  • Saturday: Sunny and pleasant, with a high of 77 and low of 63 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Chemung Canal Trust Co. reaches $2.9 million settlement with Pioneer Bank (timesunion.com) — Albany-area bank customers may be interested to know that Chemung Canal Trust, which operates locally as Capital Bank, has secured a $2.9 million settlement from Pioneer Bank tied to the MyPayrollHR fraud. While banks are recovering more of their losses, many small-business victims of Michael Mann's scheme still have not received restitution as the recovery case shifts to a new judge.
   

2. Albany International Airport may soon allow visitors past security checkpoint (wnyt.com) — Albany residents may soon be able to meet friends and family right at the gate, as Albany International Airport expects to join TSA's new Gateside PreCheck program. Approved visitors with TSA PreCheck or a Known Traveler Number could apply in advance to go past security without a boarding pass, opening easier access to farewells, reunions, and airport shops.
   

3. Sheriff: Albany County investigator charged with illegally using Flock data (dailygazette.com) — Albany County residents are learning that a longtime sheriff's investigator has been charged with misusing the county's Flock license-plate camera system to track personal acquaintances thousands of times. In response, Sheriff Craig Apple has restricted database access to supervisors, ordered regular audits, and acknowledged the case as a serious breach of public trust in local surveillance tools.
   

4. AI tool identifies where most accidents occur (news10.com) — Drivers in Albany and across the Capital Region can now use a free AI-powered tool, "Hardi," to see which local intersections and roads are most prone to serious crashes. Built from DMV police reports, it highlights when and where deadly accidents happen, helping residents, school transportation officials, and Albany County Sheriff's deputies target dangerous spots and curb distracted driving, especially cell phone use.
   

5. Delmar rehab center sharing improvements to facilities amid concerns (news10.com) — Albany County families connected to the Albany Center for Independent Living and Delmar Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing are hearing how new owners say they're fixing long-standing problems. After state investigations and past deficiencies, the operator describes major renovations, staff raises, and ongoing work with health officials and the town to improve care and living conditions.
   

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  • Dancing With Our Elders (DWOE) Hosted by the Trinity Alliance of the Capital Region
    15 Trinity Place Wednesday, September 9th 2:30 pm FREE All are welcome, no registration or experience required! (Nextdoor North Albany - Shaker Park)
  • The Trinity Alliance of the Capital Region 2026 Mass Food Distribution
    South End* Salvation Army (Albany) 20 South Ferry Street Wednesday, September 9th 8:00 am For more information, please call The Trinity Alliance of… (Nextdoor North Albany - Shaker Park)
  • AT&T posted a job opening for Retail Sales Consultant in Albany. Apply here.
  • Sherwin-Williams posted a job opening for Customer Service Associate - Automotive Finishes in Albany. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Albany here.

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: An animal that's in a baaaaad mooood! (Thank you Lisa A. for sending it in!)
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