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Summer Camps and Programs Scholarship
Summer Camps and Programs Scholarship The Commission on Economic Opportunity (CEO) is offering scholarships to help families pay for summer camps and programs for children in Rensselaer County. Eligible children are ages 4 to 16, with additional opportunities available for youth ages 12 to 16 living in ZIP codes 12180 and 12182. Applications are…
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United Way and CDPHP Kick Off 518 Day, Inspiring the Capital Region to Come Together in Service
WHAT: Together with the United Way of the Greater Capital Region and CDPHP, community leaders and local nonprofit organizations will come together to officially kick off 518 Day – a celebration of the spirit, generosity, and resilience that define the Capital Region.   More than a day of recognition, 518 Day is a call to action: An opportunity for…
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Maria College Celebrates Class of 2026 at Commencement, Nursing Pinning Ceremony
ALBANY, N.Y. (May 17, 2026) — Nearly 200 Maria College graduates were recognized today at the 64th Annual Commencement and Nursing Pinning Ceremony at Saratoga Performing Arts Center, marking the completion of programs preparing students for careers in healthcare, service, and community leadership. The Class of 2026 earned master’s degrees in…
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KeyBank celebrates new, full-service branch in North Greenbush with $30,000 in donations to local nonprofits
CONTACT: Michael Conlin   518-538-7269  [email protected]  KEY MEDIA   NEWSROOM: www.Key.com/newsroom  New branch is designed to give clients a more personal and accessible banking experience  TROY, N.Y., May 8, 2026 — KeyBank held a grand opening and ribbon cutting for its new, full-service, state-of-the-art branch in North Greenbush. …
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Vanderheyden and Chinese Community Center Partner to Train Peer Advocates
Cathy Yudzevich  [email protected] 518-874-4901 May 7, 2026 Wynantskill, NY – Vanderheyden is partnering with Chinese Community Center of Albany to recruit and  train Youth and Family Peer Advocates. The training is part of a state-funded grant through the Office of  Mental Health and is designed to increase the number of trained Peer…
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City of Rensselaer Promotes Safety of Workers
(May 06, 2026 – Rensselaer, New York) – During the week of May 4 – 8, 2026 the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is encouraging construction employers and workers nationwide to participate in the 13th annual National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction. This seemed like a perfect week…
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Maria College Completes Purchase of Sisters of Mercy Campus Buildings
ALBANY, N.Y. (May 7, 2026) — Maria College has completed the purchase of key campus buildings from the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas, moving from longtime tenant to owner of core facilities on its New Scotland Ave. campus. The acquisition, which was made possible through an anonymous donor, includes McAuley Hall, the Main Building, Mercy Hall,…
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KIPP Capital High School Hosts Signing Day for the Class of 2026
Albany, N.Y. – On Friday, May 1,  KIPP Capital High School hosted a signing day event where senior scholars celebrated their post-graduation plans with classmates, family members and KIPP Capital High School teachers and staff. This is the first class to graduate from KIPP Capital High School following the school's grand opening in the fall of…
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Massry Family Pledges $1M to Secure Massry Center’s Future in Albany County with Hudson Valley Community College
In partnership with Albany County and the Albany County Pine Hills Land Authority (ACPHLA), Hudson Valley Community College today announced a $1 million gift pledge from the Massry family to support its planned acquisition of the Massry Center for the Arts from the ACPHLA. The Authority announced it is issuing a required 90-day statement in…
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Port of Albany Facility Director Kosa elected to international maritime environmental association Green Marine Advisory Committee
(April 27, 2026) The Port of Albany-Rensselaer was the first port in New York state to volunteer and certify in the Green Marine program and has continued to meet the environmentally forward benchmarks with consistent and consecutive Green Marine certifications since 2016. This year, Port Director of Operations and Facilities John C. Kosa was…
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Pioneer Announces Acquisition of Targeted Lending Co., LLC, Launching Pioneer Specialty Financing Division
Transaction Adds Nationwide Equipment Financing Platform with approximately $120 Million Loan Portfolio Albany, NY – Pioneer (NASDAQ: PBFS), a leading financial institution in New York’s Capital Region, today announced it has acquired 100% of the membership interests in Targeted Lending Co., LLC, (“Targeted Lending”), an independent equipment…
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Port of Albany Chief Commerce Officer Megan Daly receives Irish Maritime Honor
(April 22, 2026) Last week, Port of Albany Chief Commerce Officer Megan Elizabeth Daly was honored at the IrishEcho Irish Maritime Excellence Awards 2026 that recognized outstanding Irish Americans and dynamic companies or agencies whose leadership, innovation, and impact are shaping the future of the maritime sector. “I was proud to nominate…
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Leaving a Legacy of Excellence, Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences President and Professor Toyin Tofade Concludes Her Distinguished Term as ACPHS Reaches Key Milestone in Merger With Russell Sage College
Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences President Toyin Tofade has shared with the ACPHS community that she will conclude her term as president of the college on June 30, 2026. “The merger transaction, which has been underway for over a year, is proceeding according to plan. I am optimistic about the promising future ahead and look forward…
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Community Resource FCU Promotes Jaye Jones to Chief Experience Officer
Latham, NY – April 20, 2026 – Community Resource Federal Credit Union (CRFCU) is pleased to announce the promotion of Jaye Jones to Chief Experience Officer (CXO). In this role, Jones will lead the credit union’s marketing, people & culture, and branch operations, ensuring a consistent and exceptional experience for both members and employees…
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Community Resource FCU Promotes Paige Angrisano to Chief Growth Officer
Latham, NY – April 20, 2026 – Community Resource Federal Credit Union (CRFCU) is proud to announce the promotion of Paige Angrisano to Chief Growth Officer (CGO). In this role, Angrisano will lead the credit union’s lending, business development, and community engagement strategies to drive sustainable growth and deepen member relationships.…
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Pioneer Announces Strategic Expansion of Employee Benefits Division with the Acquisitions of Reiser Consulting Group, Inc. and Wyndham Benefits, LLC
Theresa Reiser named Vice President of Employee Benefits to oversee the expanded division; acquisitions advance Pioneer’s More Than a Bank™ strategy Albany, NY – Pioneer (NASDAQ: PBFS), a leading financial institution in New York’s Capital Region, today announced an  expansion of its employee benefits business with the acquisitions of Reiser…
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Russell Sage’s Women’s Institute and Times Union’s Women@Work Launch Professional Development Microcredential Program
The Denise Taber Finard ’80 Women’s Institute and the Times Union’s Women@Work have collaborated on a new leadership microcredential program that will provide meaningful professional development in a format designed for busy professionals. The Russell Sage College-Women@Work Leadership Development Program combines academic expertise and real-world…
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Excelsior University approved to launch its first doctoral program
Excelsior University has been approved by the New York State Education Department (NYSED) to offer its first-ever doctoral program. Opening to enrollment this fall, Excelsior’s Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) program is designed to elevate the leadership skills of experienced professionals by pairing online coursework with immersive in-…
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Community Care Physicians, Albany Med Health System, and CDPHP Announce Strategic Collaboration to Enhance Patient Access and Outcomes
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Community Care Physicians Contact: Alexis Musto Albany Med Health System Contact: Matt Markham CDPHP Contact: Natalia Burkart Community Care Physicians, Albany Med Health System, and CDPHP Announce Strategic Collaboration to Enhance Patient Access and Outcomes Albany Med Rheumatology & Infusion Center Now Open in Wellness…
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Berkshire Bach announces Appointment of James Bagwell as Director of Choral Music and Principal Conductor
Berkshire Bach announces Appointment of James Bagwell as Director of Choral Music and Principal Conductor   Great Barrington, March 23, 2026:  Berkshire Bach Society (BBS) announces the appointment of James Bagwell as Director of Choral Music and Principal Conductor, effective April 1, 2026.  Mr. Bagwell previously served as Choral Director and…
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Summer Camps and Programs Scholarship
Summer Camps and Programs Scholarship The Commission on Economic Opportunity (CEO) is offering scholarships to help families pay for summer camps and programs for children in Rensselaer County. Eligible children are ages 4 to 16, with additional opportunities available for youth ages 12 to 16 living in ZIP codes 12180 and 12182. Applications are…
United Way and CDPHP Kick Off 518 Day, Inspiring the Capital Region to Come Together in Service
WHAT: Together with the United Way of the Greater Capital Region and CDPHP, community leaders and local nonprofit organizations will come together to officially kick off 518 Day – a celebration of the spirit, generosity, and resilience that define the Capital Region.   More than a day of recognition, 518 Day is a call to action: An opportunity for…
Maria College Celebrates Class of 2026 at Commencement, Nursing Pinning Ceremony
ALBANY, N.Y. (May 17, 2026) — Nearly 200 Maria College graduates were recognized today at the 64th Annual Commencement and Nursing Pinning Ceremony at Saratoga Performing Arts Center, marking the completion of programs preparing students for careers in healthcare, service, and community leadership. The Class of 2026 earned master’s degrees in…
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