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Albany’s mayor presented next year’s budget following criticism from New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli regarding the current budget process. The city faces a $26 million deficit across the 2025 and 2026 budgets, prompting calls for tax increases. Mayor Dorcey Applyrs stated the new budget is based on "real numbers."
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Michael Slaughter, a retired Army National Guard master sergeant, received new heated gutters at his home on Rose Court in Albany. He was the recipient of The Brothers That Just Do Gutters' 2026 "Gutters for Good."
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Colonie officials are concerned about Albany Medical Center's handling of a patient who attempted suicide and was released in under 12 hours. Colonie Police Chief James Gerace questioned the rapid discharge, while Town Supervisor Peter Crummey criticized the decision as putting the woman at risk.
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The Albany Police Department is preparing to launch a drone first responder program. This initiative will allow drones equipped with thermal imaging and zoom capabilities to provide officers with an aerial view before they arrive at an incident scene. The department plans to use nine stationary pods across the city for active emergency calls.
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