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Photos: First Responders learn about Autism

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara has long advocated for creating better programs statewide, including standardized training for first responders in how to effectively communicate with people who are on the spectrum. This training took place at the Shaker Road-Loudonville Firehouse last Friday.

Photos: Vietnam Vets get their due

Altamont American Legion Riders with their donation of $15,000 helped paid the way for the Vietnam Vets to take a trip down to Washington D.C. during the Leatherstocking honor flight.

Photos: Earth Day celebrations

The Albany Pine Bush in Albany and the Switzkill Farms in Berne, all held earth day celebrations last weekend.

Photos: Indian Ladder Farms Baby Animal Days

Now through May 6, Indian Ladder Farms will have baby animals of all kinds for children to get up close and personal with.

Photos: Earth Day 5K

The first annual Environmental Awareness 5K was run on the rail trail to benefit the Mohawk Hudson Land Conservancy, was put together by 16-year-old Ava DeSantis.

Public can comment on state’s plan to curb invasive species

The state’s departments of Environmental Conservation and Agriculture and Markets have released the draft Invasive Species Comprehensive Management Plan for public comment. The proposed plan is designed to minimize the introduction, establishment, and spread of invasive species throughout New York.

Logan Nonfiction Program accepting applications for fall 2018 fellowship

RENSSELAERVILLE — The Logan Nonfiction Program is accepting applications — on the Carey Institute’s website — until June 15 for the fall 2018 fellowship taking place October through December at the Carey Institute for Global Good.

Lawn fertilizer with phosphorus hurts water

The “Look for the Zero campaign,” launched by the state’s Department of Environmental Conservation last year, encourages homeowners to go phosphorus-free when using lawn fertilizer. More than 100 water bodies in New York State cannot be used or enjoyed due to phosphorus overuse.

Fasulo’s latest: A place for all to paint

by Sean Mulkerrin

Lisa Fasulo of Altamont has opened her newest business, Michelangelo’s Paint Place, on Western Avenue in Guilderland.

Photos: Valleycats look for National Anthem singers

Last Saturday morning, the Tri-city Valleycats executives were at Crossgates Mall in Guilderland looking for five people to come sing at Joe Bruno Stadium this summer to sing the National Anthem.

Hunters killed 5 percent fewer deer last season

New York State hunters killed an estimated 203,427 deer during the 2017-18 hunting season, according to a release from the state’s Department of Environmental Conservation.

Princetown Seniors to see “Mamma Mia!”

The Princetown Seniors are inviting others to take a trip with them on July 19 to see a performance of “Mamma Mia!” at the Mac-Haydn Theatre in Chatham.

Teen organizes charity run for Mohawk Hudson Land Conservancy

ALBANY COUNTY — The first-ever fun run on the Albany County Helderberg-Hudson Rail Trail is being organized by a Doane Stuart School senior, Ava DeSantis.

NYS offers summer internships

The New York State Department of Civil Service is offering 500 new student internships for the Summer 2018 Session throughout state government and encouraged students to apply prior to the April 20 application deadline.

Photos: Maplefest Weekend

Syrup lovers came out last weekend for the second part of the maple festival weekend in Knox. A pancake breakfast and tours were held over the weekend.