Capital District Times

The following parishes in the Capital District Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Test expectations: How many students passed their Mathematics test in Schenectady County in 2021-22 school year?

Data from the New York State Education Department shows that 30.7% of Schenectady County students were considered proficient in Mathematics in the 2021-22 school year.

Stefanik Statement Supporting Our Ally Israel

Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Elise Stefanik expressed strong support for Israel in the wake of Iran's recent attacks, attributing the situation to what she termed as President Joe Biden's failure to stand by the nation.Stefanik criticized Biden's approach, stating, "Joe Biden’s catastrophic weakness on the world stage and his failure to support Israel our most precious ally emboldened Iran to launch a direct attack on Israel." She further highlighted Biden's policy decisions, asserting, "As soon as Joe Biden took office, he reversed President Trump’s Maximum Pressure...

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Albany County in week ending Apr. 6?

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Albany County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

1 gas station in cities throughout Rensselaer County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Apr. 6

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Rensselaer County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

1 gas station in cities throughout Rensselaer County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Apr. 6

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Rensselaer County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

Assemblyman Scott Bendett Hosts “Finding Hope” Panel Discussion on the Overdose Crisis in New York

Assemblyman Scott Bendett (R,C-Sand Lake) hosted a “Finding Hope” panel discussion on Friday, April 12 in Valatie to address the overdose crisis in New York. The event brought together a diverse group of individuals, including Sen. Michelle Hinchey (D,WF-41st S.D.), Columbia County Sheriff Donald Krapf, Dr. William Murphy, medical professionals, treatment specialists, first responders, law enforcement, impacted family members, and individuals in recovery.Bendett emphasized the importance of collective action in tackling the overdose crisis, stating, "As elected...

ICYMI: Stefanik Demands Accountability in $10M Fund Allocation for Homeland Missile Defense

Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Elise Stefanik, a senior member of the House Armed Services Committee, has called for accountability in the allocation of $10 million for homeland missile defense at Fort Drum. Stefanik emphasized the importance of using the funds as directed by Congress to enhance missile defense capabilities.During a recent hearing, Stefanik engaged in a line of questioning with Lieutenant General Heath Collins, Director of the Missile Defense Agency, to ensure that the allocated funds were being appropriately utilized for the planning and design of a...

Cheapest regular gas in cities across Schenectady County in week ending Apr. 6

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Schenectady County was found at three gas stations in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

Schenectady County: 408 lawyers with active licenses to practice law as of March

There were 408 lawyers with active licenses to practice in Schenectady County as of March, according to the NYS Attorney Registrations.

Stefanik Statement on Japanese Prime Minister Kishida’s Congressional Address

Congresswoman Elise Stefanik expressed her thoughts on the recent address given by Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida to Congress. Stefanik welcomed Kishida to the Capitol and highlighted the ongoing efforts to address challenges posed by Communist China and North Korea in the Indo-Pacific region. She stated, "I’m proud to welcome Prime Minister Fumio Kishida to our nation’s Capitol as we continue our joint efforts to combat the malign encroachment of Communist China and North Korea in the Indo-Pacific region."Stefanik mentioned her previous bipartisan delegation to...

Stefanik Demands Accountability from Harvard for Failing to Reprimand Antisemitic Students who Assaulted Jewish Student

Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Elise Stefanik has called on Harvard University to hold accountable those responsible for antisemitic attacks on a Jewish student, following an incident at Harvard Business School in October 2023. The attack occurred during a Palestine Solidarity Committee event, where the victim was physically assaulted and harassed by a group of students.According to documents obtained by the House Committee on Education and the Workforce, Harvard initiated an independent investigation led by the law firm of Jenner & Block following the incident. The...

Elise Stefanik Addresses Antisemitism in Higher Education

House Republican Conference Chairwoman Elise Stefanik has commented on the Anti-Defamation League's Campus Antisemitism Report Card, which evaluates how American universities address antisemitism on their campuses. Stefanik stated, “The ADL’s Antisemitism Report Card confirmed what we’ve known for years; there is a moral rot in our higher education system. We must demand that our colleges and universities demonstrate sorely needed moral leadership." She emphasized the presence of systemic antisemitism in universities like Harvard, where Jewish students have faced verbal and...

Stefanik, Luttrell, Bilirakis Introduce Bill to Streamline Claims Process for Veterans