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Official account for the WAMC Newsroom. News bureaus in Albany, Pittsfield, Springfield, Plattsburgh, Saratoga Springs and Poughkeepsie.
26 counties, 7 states
Joined October 2007
SNAP benefits can't be filled by nonprofits, says Regional Food Bank CEO @WAMCNews
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The pause of SNAP benefits during the federal government shutdown caused some to appreciate how crucial the food assistance is to the Capital Region.
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Industry leaders, local officials host affordability roundtable
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An array of industry leaders met for a roundtable discussion on affordability with three New York state senators Wednesday.
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Troy Turkey Trot officials say they're gearing up for a bigger, better race @WAMCNews
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With just over a week until Thanksgiving, things are preheating-up in Troy for the 78th annual Turkey Trot.
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Advocates hold statewide rally calling for sentencing reform
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Advocates rallied statewide on Tuesday to call for sentencing reform ahead of the 2026 New York legislative session. They gathered in front of the Governor’s Mansion in Albany as formerly incarcera...
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Advocates and councilmember take steps on pedestrian safety in Albany
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From broken signals to faded markings, crosswalks in Albany have a reputation for being unsafe and inconsistent. Now, local advocates and a councilmember are taking concrete steps to address pedest...
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Inaugural Western Mass Arts Economic Impact Summit stresses need to keep creative sector alive, vibrant in the face of federal cuts: "We need steady growth in the Berkshires if we want to have our voice heard in the future." @WAMCNews #mapoli
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With federal funding cuts threatening one of the key sectors of the Western Massachusetts economy, a legislator is taking action to ensure the state is prepared to support it.
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For @WAMCNews, I spoke to Muslim organizers and leaders about Zohran Mamdani’s historic win, and how they seek to follow his example here in Albany. Listen/read here :) https://t.co/m5KICRiBUL
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After Zohran Mamdani’s historic win as the first South Asian and first Muslim mayor of New York City, Albany Muslim organizers and community members are looking to follow his example, and increase...
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Author interview: Brianne Brinker is out of her vault and ready to tell the world @WAMCNews
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Brianne Brinker’s new book “Skating Out of the Vault: A Trans Woman’s Escape from The Game of Masculinity” tells her story of sports and identity and how it shaped her perception of self.
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A play about forgiveness and lost connections: 'There is Hope' @WAMCNews
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The three-act production, "There is Hope" is loosely based off a personal experience with an ex, but the inspiration really came from an old friend who Grogan says pulled him out of a dark place post...
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Hospice workers call for Gov. Hochul to sign bill restricting for-profit hospices
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Workers gathered to call on Governor Hochul to sign legislation preventing for-profit hospices from growing or opening until better patient safeguards are in place.
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NYS news of the week with Jimmy Vielkind
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Jimmy Vieklind talks through the week's biggest political stories.
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Muslim organizers in the Capital Region look to follow Zohran Mamdani's example
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After Zohran Mamdani’s historic win as the first South Asian and first Muslim mayor of New York City, Albany Muslim organizers and community members are looking to follow his example, and increase...
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Albany County Legislature paves way for affordable housing development
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The Albany County Legislature has passed a law that officially recognizes affordable housing as a public purpose. The measure, in tandem with another move by the governing body this week, will give...
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Albany NAACP president: Applyrs' win 'monumental' for whole community
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Albany’s Dorcey Applyrs made history last week when she was elected to become the first Black mayor in the city’s history. I sat down with the Albany NAACP’s President Debora Brown to talk about the...
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Listeners rely on broadcast radio for trustworthy news. Our #SoundBites2025 winners in the Spot News category provided just that! Merit winner: @WAMCRadio for "Butternut Fire threatens Great Barrington." First place to @959watdfm for "Rexhame Fire in Marshfield."
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