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News from May 2024

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Stefanik lauds improvements at Saratoga National Historical Park

By Capital District Times | May 29, 2024

Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Elise Stefanik released a statement celebrating the completion of improvements along the battlefield tour road at Saratoga National Historical Park. These enhancements were made possible by funds awarded through the Great American Outdoors Act, legislation that Congresswoman Stefanik supported.

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Schenectady County in week ending May 25

By Capital District Times | May 28, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Schenectady County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 25, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Stefanik and Tenney introduce bill addressing Medicare Advantage wage index issue

By Capital District Times | May 28, 2024

Congresswoman Elise Stefanik has partnered with Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (R-NY) to introduce legislation aimed at addressing the significant under-projection of Medicare Advantage (MA) local growth due to wage index reclassification.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Albany County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending May 25

By Capital District Times | May 28, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Albany County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 25, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Stefanik criticizes Harvard over choice of 2024 commencement speaker

By Capital District Times | May 28, 2024

Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Elise Stefanik issued a statement criticizing Harvard University for its decision to invite Maria Ressa as the 2024 commencement speaker, accusing the institution of enabling antisemitism and failing to protect Jewish students.

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Stefanik and Harris seek answers from USDA on ignored congressional directive

By Capital District Times | May 28, 2024

Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Elise Stefanik and Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Subcommittee Chair Andy Harris (R-MD) have sent a letter to United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack. The inquiry focuses on why the USDA did not follow a Congressional directive concerning the final rule, “Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC): Revisions in the WIC Food Packages,” which instructed the secretary to avoid reducing the maximum monthly allowance...

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New York Army National Guard officer dies in helicopter crash during border patrol

By Capital District Times | May 28, 2024

Chief Warrant Officer 2 Casey Frankoski of the New York Army National Guard lost her life on March 8, 2024, in a helicopter crash while patrolling the United States-Mexico border near La Grulla, Texas. Deployed to Texas in October 2023, she was part of the federal government’s border security mission.

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Vietnam veteran Steven John Antonacci retires after distinguished career

By Capital District Times | May 28, 2024

Steven John Antonacci served in the United States Army and achieved the rank of E4 Specialist. He was inducted into the Army and stationed at Fort Jackson in Columbia, South Carolina. At 19 years old, he was deployed to Vietnam with the First Field Force from 1968 to 1969.

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Cheapest premium gas in cities across Albany County in week ending May 25

By Capital District Times | May 27, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Albany County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 25, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Rensselaer County in week ending May 25?

By Capital District Times | May 27, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Rensselaer County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 25, according to GasBuddy.com.

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2022: 11.7% of Rensselaer County students played sports on collegiate teams

By Capital District Times | May 27, 2024

Rensselaer County universities had 11.7% of its student body playing sports on collegiate teams in 2022.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Schenectady County in week ending May 25?

By Capital District Times | May 26, 2024

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Schenectady County was found at two gas stations in the week ending May 25, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Albany County in week ending May 25?

By Capital District Times | May 26, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Albany County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 25, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Stefanik emphasizes honoring fallen heroes this Memorial Day

By Capital District Times | May 25, 2024

Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Elise Stefanik published an op-ed in the Watertown Daily Times honoring service members who have made the ultimate sacrifice for the nation. Stefanik highlighted her efforts in securing provisions within the 2024 national defense bill to extend support for Gold Star families.

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77 fewer lawyers with active licenses to practice in Albany County in April than previous month

By Capital District Times | May 25, 2024

There were 77 fewer active legal licenses in Albany County in April compared to the previous month, according to the NYS Attorney Registrations.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Rensselaer County in week ending May 18?

By Capital District Times | May 24, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Rensselaer County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 18, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Albany mayor and police chief address closure in officer-involved case

By Capital District Times | May 23, 2024

Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan and Police Chief Eric Hawkins issued a statement regarding an agreement involving Jay Olsen, Lawrence Heid, and Chris Cornell. The statement addressed the events of August 20, 2018, when the officers responded to a 911 call about an individual with a gun.

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Albany mayor reaffirms commitment to tackling illegal vehicle operations

By Capital District Times | May 23, 2024

Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan issued a statement on May 23, 2024, addressing the city's response to a recent incident involving illegal vehicles.

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Stefanik questions Northwestern president over handling of antisemitism allegations

By Capital District Times | May 23, 2024

Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Elise Stefanik, a senior member of the Education and the Workforce Committee, questioned Northwestern University President Michael Schill about the university's handling of antisemitism on campus during a committee hearing.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Schenectady County in week ending May 18?

By Capital District Times | May 22, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Schenectady County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 18, according to GasBuddy.com.