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Following President Joe Biden’s lead, Albany County Executive Daniel McCoy said, the federal funds will be used “to make sure kids are back in the classroom.” With the funds, he said, schools will be able to test for COVID-19 without raising taxes or diverting money from other school programs.

“Data show that COVID-19 has disproportionately affected some populations and placed them at higher risk, including those who are medically underserved, racial and ethnic minority groups, and people living in rural communities,” says the CDC, which awarded the state’s health department $34 million to address inequities.

Crossgates Mall filed an Article 7 petition against the town in July of last year, seeking a $139 million reduction on its $282.5 million tax assessment.

Congressman Paul Tonko is requesting funding from the federal government for 10 projects in New York’s 20th District, including one from Westerlo that would expand broadband access in the poorly served town.

Flexible grants of $5,000 up to $50,000 will be made available to eligible small businesses and small for-profit independent arts and cultural organizations. The grants can be used for operating expenses, including payroll, rent or mortgage payments, taxes, utilities, personal protective equipment, or other business expenses incurred during the pandemic.

Once the state hits the 70-percent mark, the governor said, “We can lift the capacity restriction, social distancing, the hygiene protocols, the health screenings, the potential tracing. Masks will only be required as recommended by the CDC.” 

The victims were Victor and Lois Porlier, a couple. Victor Porlier, 83, frequently wrote letters to The Enterprise editor.