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Moments ago, Schenectady police officers took a knee alongside protesters as demonstrations against police brutality continued on Saturday. Police Chief Eric Clifford also took a knee and has been speaking with protestors this afternoon. (By
@MercedesTVnews
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With approximately 15 percent of precincts reporting, incumbent NY-21 Rep. Elise Stefanik is ahead of challenger Tedra Cobb.
#Vote2020
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"They have the audacity to ask for more money to fund that? I don’t think so," said
@AOC
.
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Rep. Elise Stefanik in her Republican National Convention speech Wednesday evening blasted the impeachment of President Donald Trump earlier this year, calling it an "illegal" effort and attack on voters' will.
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Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle have been calling for a full investigation into the Cuomo administration’s handling of nursing homes and his emergency powers to be rescinded.
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At a press conference Sunday,
#NTSB
chairman Robert Sumwalt addressed the limousine crash in
#Schoharie
that claimed 20 lives Saturday, according to state police.
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Actress Catherine Oxenberg, mother of former NXIVM member India Oxenberg, spoke with the press after Keith Raniere's guilty verdict — the former NXIVM leader. Beside Catherine is her friend Toni Natalie, who dated Raniere. Both women thanked the jury and media for hard work.
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Incumbent
@SenGillibrand
cast her vote this morning in
#RensselaerCounty
. She'll be heading down to the state's Democratic Committee election night watch party in
#NYC
to watch the returns. She's running against Republican
@CheleFarley
.
#ElectionDay
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First Deputy Superintendent Christopher Fiore says at 1:55 p.m. Saturday, a limo carrying 18 people failed to stop at an intersection on State Route 30A. The limo struck a car in a parking lot and two nearby pedestrians, who were killed. All 20 who died were adults.
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Gov. Cuomo says any provider that intentionally administers a vaccine to a person who is not eligible could face a $1 million penalty and the revocation of all state licenses.
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"Madison-mania" is in full effect today in Colonie, as hometown "American Idol" finalist Madison VanDenburg returns to Shaker High School for a pep rally ahead of a parade and concert tonight!
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In normal times, Yamaguchie on Lark Street sells hand made crafts, clothing, and jewelry, but these aren't normal times.
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The Queens progressive released a joint statement with Rep. Jamaal Bowman, who pointed to the dozens of Democrats in the state Senate and Assembly who have also called for Cuomo to resign.
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"This is what government should be doing," Gillibrand said. "Government should be helping people, every day. It should help the most vulnerable, the most in need and the most at risk."
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"The current testing percentage in the North Country is unacceptable and needs to be addressed immediately," Stefanik said.
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Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and Gov. Kathy Hochul were in the Capital Region Thursday to announce funding safety and reliability improvements to the Castleton-on-Hudson bridge.
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One of Gloversville’s own, and one of the nation’s first African American Marines, got a hero's salute on his 95th birthday.
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Deaths in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic may have been undercounted by as much as 50%, according to a report released on Thursday by Attorney General Letitia James's office.
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"Politics is politics and we can disagree on policy issues, but on a human level, the president grew up in New York, from Queens. I know the first lady, I’ve spoken with her, so I sincerely wish them the best for a speedy recovery," Cuomo said.
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After years of coping with his favorite team’s failures through humor,
@Jaguars
superfan and man behind
@BortlesFacts
is headed to
#AFCChampionship
on Sunday.
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Before wrapping a U.S. concert tour in Albany last night,
@metheridge
helped break ground on a project that is near to her heart.
#BreastCancerAwarenessMonth
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The Republican National Convention kicks off Monday with a mix of live events mostly being held in Charlotte, North Carolina, to nominate President Donald Trump for a second term.
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"Don't be stupid," Cuomo said of mass gatherings during a news conference. "It's good advice in life."
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This Audi can drive itself—now that it's arrived in
#Albany
, it's going on an important journey to make autonomous cars legal in New York:
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A few months ago we introduced you to the Scotia-native and Jacksonville Jaguars super-fan behind the viral twitter account,
@BortlesFacts
. Now, Mike Tiscione has a Blake Bortle's autographed item to add to his collection.
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Marc Molinaro lost in the race for New York Governor and delivered his final speech surrounded by family and supporters at the Grandview Hotel in Poughkeepsie. He leveled charges of corruption and bullying against Governor Cuomo, and ensured to fight to lower property taxes.
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"As we go through the holidays and winter months, it's going to be more imperative than ever for New Yorkers to wear their masks, wash their hands, avoid gatherings large and small, and stay New York Tough," Governor Cuomo said.
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Team Elise, Rep. Elise Stefanik’s political operation, raised a record $7.1 million in the first quarter of 2024, the group announced Thursday.
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This comes after the DOT told Spectrum News that an out-of-service sticker was placed on the 2001 Ford Expedition limo after it failed inspection last month.
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JUST IN: Governor Cuomo has announced plans to raise the minimum sales age for tobacco and electronic cigarette products from 18 to 21.
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Gov. Andrew Cuomo has issued a state of emergency for some parts of the state, imploring those in New York to take warnings seriously ahead of Hurricane Henri.
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The approval of the investigation by the Joint Commission on Public Ethics comes as Cuomo's book about the pandemic, "American Crisis: Leadership Lessons from the COVID-19 Pandemic," is also being investigated by Attorney General Letitia James' office.
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Here's how the
@UAlbanyWBB
team reacted when it learned its 1st-round NCAA opponent was 4X defending national champ UConn:
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Despite having a target on their backs all season,
@Based_JaJa
and battle-tested
@TCSD
are just 1 victory away from claiming team's second straight Class AA state 🏆.
Here’s a look back at how the Flying Horses (12-0) reached
@CarrierDome44
. 👏
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Don't. Kick. To. Dev. Holmes. (And we had to include a gorgeous 46-yard TD pass for
@TroyNYFootball
.)
#nysphsaa
@Sect2athletics
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Democratic congressional nominee Antonio Delgado, cast his vote in Rhinebeck this morning. Delgado spoke to reporters saying no matter what the outcome he feels he got his message across to voters. His opponent, John Faso, voted earlier in Kinderhook.
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The latest
@talkingfedspod
focuses on the war in Ukraine, how it affects politics at home and Russian sanctions as host
@harrylitman
is joined by
@ErinBurnett
,
@TheRickWilson
,
@RepSwalwell
and Adam Smith.
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The measure addresses a disparity in the program, which provided loans to businesses struggling with a sudden loss of income due to the COVID-19 pandemic last year.
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Niskayuna may have won the game, but Tommy Sullivan had this show-stopping goal.
@nysphsaa
@Sect2athletics
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"We are entering a challenging period of sustained COVID-19 spread across this state," Governor Cuomo said.
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Train cars had broken free about 20 minutes after departing the Albany-Rensselaer Train Station. Amidst the panic, the 18 year old
@rpi
football player quickly jumped into action.
@MayorMadden
made sure this was not left forgotten.
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AND THEY’RE OFF! ... to find the best table! The gates are open; Opening Day is officially underway at
#Saratoga
Race Course.
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Gov. Cuomo says the state falling just 89 residents short of keeping all its congressional seats has to be a mistake, and has asked Attorney General Letitia James to review the state’s legal options.
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"Hopefully that will motivate them,” the governor said in a conference call with reporters.
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Jillian Huerter is coming off a torn meniscus to play in her final season for Shenendehowa. She's got basketball in her veins.
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Some of Cuomo's most reliable political contributors — including unions, wealthy executives and Democratic Party officials — say they still plan to give money to his expected campaign for a fourth term in office.
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Nacier Hundley hangs on, and just keeps making the defender miss! This TD reception pulled Holy Trinity closer, but the Pride trail Skaneateles 14-12 at halftime of the Class C state title game on Spectrum News.
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Cuomo: "These pictures of young people on beaches, saying 'This is my spring break, this is my time to party' ... this is so unintelligent and reckless that I can't even begin to stress it. ... It makes no sense to expose yourself to these conditions."
#coronavirus
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"The Democrats can waste time, waste money and fight amongst themselves and still win," Rep. Lee Zeldin said Thursday. "We're in New York. Republicans can't afford to do any of that."
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Union hockey forward Josh Kosack has been giving to the C.O.C.O.A. House for a few years. After raising $5,000 a year ago for Christmas presents, he's looking to raise $20,000 this year.
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Earlier Thursday, a new plan was announced to save Luna — the dog that was set to be euthanized after biting another dog last month in Troy. “Unless you can kill by licking or kissing to death, this dog Luna is not dangerous,” said
@JamesTedisco
.
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WEB EXCLUSIVE: 6-part documentary on
@ian_anderson15
's ride from
@Shen_Baseball
to
@Braves
.
Watch 1st episode now:
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Colonie students unveiled a billboard raising awareness to the dangers of vaping. It was designed by 10th grader Michelle Tran and can now be seen by 30,000 people daily. Each year, the billboard focuses on a topic impacting children.
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[WATCH] Saratoga County sheriff's deputies trade in their work shoes for dancing shoes to take part in the popular 'lip sync challenge'🕺 (Courtesy: Saratoga County Sheriff's Office)
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In an interview on NY1, Melissa DeRosa, one of former Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s most trusted confidantes, criticized the state attorney general and the women who made sexual misconduct claims that led to Cuomo’s resignation.
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Country rock artist
@BrantleyGilbert
visited with pediatric patients at the Bernard & Millie Duker Children’s Hospital at
@AlbanyMed
on Saturday before his concert at the TU Center tonight.
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On the
@Colonie_FB
field, every block, catch, and touchdown is attributed to one man: Mike Ambrosio.
@melissasteinTV
's story on the legacy he leaves behind:
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Troy in an unusual position, trailing with under 2 minutes to go against , Newburgh. Dev Holmes with the go-ahead TD on a reverse. The Flying Horses win 20-13 and advance to title game 👏.
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Congratulations to
@TroyNYFootball
@TCSD
for advancing to the state Class AA final. The Flying Horses (12-0) extend winning streak to 25 straight games 👏.
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Breaking: A 9-year-old who disappeared while riding her bike was found in good health Monday evening, and a suspect was in custody, State Police said.
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Two standout softball players at Averill Park High School have walked off the team in their final season, just before a key sectional game, and the team will also be without the coach they claim is abusive and inappropriate.
@evanserytv
has more.
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Joel Rosario & Frosted head to winners' circle after Whitney win; time of 1:47.77. (Photo: Matt Keegan, TWC News)
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@joekennedy
@EdMarkey
@_ErikaLeigh
@POTUS
@JoeBiden
When our
@_ErikaLeigh
asked
@joekennedy
about younger voters and the next generation's involvement in politics, Kennedy without hesitation said, "Oh my God yes. If not now when? What more needs to be at stake for the next generation?" (7/8):
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Governor Andrew Cuomo on Monday announced that anyone who receives their COVID-19 vaccination shot this week will receive a two-day family pass to any of the 16 state parks around New York.
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“Mom, you taught me any dream is attainable as long as you work harder than everyone else. You drilled that in my head over and over and over and you led me to believe it," Jeter said.
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BREAKING:
@RepJohnFaso
has lost his re-election bid to
@DelgadoforNY19
, flipping the seat for Democrats. Full reaction, including how this impacts the House balance of power coming up on Spectrum News.
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Jeremy Dodge was driving in Averill Park when a white owl flew into his car through his window. The owl perched right on his passenger seat, as though he was riding shotgun. Dodge opened his door and the owl flew away, apparently uninjured. Watch the incident unfold below.
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Want to stop Joe Casale and Dev Holmes? Good luck.
@TroyNYFootball
leads Lancaster 20-7 in the
@NYSPHSAA
Class AA championship game. Watch the second half live on Spectrum News.
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Our
@TerryStackhouse
was at
@HHideoutToys
as
@MattJackson13
&
@NickJacksonYB
brought
#BulletClub
to Rensselaer ahead of their
@ALL_IN_2018
show this weekend.
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There doesn’t seem to be an appetite among Democrats to order an independent investigation into how the state attorney general's office handled sexual harassment allegations made against its chief of staff, who has resigned.
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Two years ago, Albany resident Maya LaForte wanted to attend beauty school and start a career, however, she needed money to make that happen. So LaForte reached out to Voix Noire and received $2,500. It was founded by Creighton Leigh: .
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.
@TroyNYFootball
high-powered offense is on full display tonight. (The Flying Horses are now up 28-0 and Joey Ward has 3 of the TDs)
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#SaratogaSpringsNY
community mourning loss of beloved coach, teacher who touched many lives in career at school:
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Darlene Ferreira is among 30
@ualbany
students heading out Sunday morning for Puerto Rico, still reeling from a hurricane eight months ago. Darlene will miss her own graduation, but says this mission is more important.
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More than 5,000 people are pitching in at over 140 events to work on New York State Parks Saturday and Sunday.
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Troy with the trickeration – 75-yard end around by Dev Holmes and the Flying Horses are off to the races, up 14-0
#518Football
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BREAKING: Kinimo Ngoran, the Capital Region Rescue Mission chef who faced deportation by ICE, can remain in the U.S. until his visa process is completed, his attorneys said.
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Way to go boys! The
@ShakerBlueBison
boys lacrosse team kicked off the season with a 24-3 win over Averill Park!
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A Clifton Park teen fighting a rare bone cancer is living out his dreams one at a time. Jacob Monday's latest experience: meeting actor Chris Pratt, documented Wednesday on Facebook & Pratt's Instagram feed. Our
@MattHunterTV
has more on
#ShenForMonday
:
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Averill Park stole the momentum early in the third quarter and completed the comeback to beat Amsterdam 20-15.
#nysphsaa
#518football
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“What you don’t hear in our mission statement is ‘only in this region,’ ” said Dr. Dennis McKenna of Albany Med. “We did not take these patients from New York City because they’re from New York City. We took them because they’re patients who needed help.”
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The protests come just two days after a horse was euthanized after a race Friday. That brings the total number of horse deaths at New York tracks this year to 53.
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One North Country school community rolled out the 'orange carpet' to welcome back one of its students who's battling cancer. Monday was first grader Mikey Sexton's first day back at Fort Ann Central School since being diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukemia a month ago.
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BREAKING:
@TUCenter
selected as host site for NCAA Men's Basketball 1st & 2nd Round games in 2020. Details and reaction ahead. (NCAA image)
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New York's seven-day average COVID-19 positivity rate is the lowest in the United States, according to Johns Hopkins University date cited by Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Saturday.
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At issue is balancing the health and safety of children, as well as educators and school staff, amid a
#coronavirus
pandemic with the need to alleviate working parents and guardians of the demands of in-home instruction.
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New York state is where women began the long fight for the right to vote — and Rochester's Susan B. Anthony did a lot of heavy lifting. Each
#ElectionDay
people take their
#IVoted
stickers and place them on her gravestone in tribute.
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Big plays were the name of the game for Queensbury in the first half on the road against Amsterdam. Then they found the air.
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Bridie Farrell, a former American speed skater and founder of a nonprofit organization, announced Wednesday that she is running for Congress against incumbent Republican Rep. Elise Stefanik.
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New York City mayoral candidate Andrew Yang's cash relief proposal is gaining attention in upstate New York.
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The halls of one
#BallstonSpa
elementary school were red, white and blue for this
#VeteransDay
parade 🇺🇸
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The Catholic Central High School community in
#TroyNY
is mourning the loss of a social studies teacher.
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Starting with his days on The Partridge Family, David Cassidy became known to fans across the world as a musician — but he was also an animal lover and thoroughbred owner.
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If Dennis Drue - who pleaded guilty - serves the maximum sentence, he will be in prison until 2028.
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Preparing a horse for Saratoga’s biggest stage takes months. See Giuseppe the Great’s road to the Travers on Sundays at
#Saratoga
at 8 a.m.
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A Watervliet athlete, who will represent his school this weekend at the state wrestling championships in Albany, turned his life around with the help of a special mentor.
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