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The state is encouraging residents in affected counties, particularly those dependent on private groundwater wells, to conserve water whenever possible during the coming weeks.

Albany County Executive Daniel McCoy announced on Friday that he and the Albany County Legislature had approved “an intermunicipal agreement to create the Albany County Healthcare Consortium.” But this is just the first step needed for six municipalities and three school districts that are considering being part of the consortium if, indeed, the costs turn out to be lower. McCoy is pictured here at Voorheesville’s Ruck March on Nov. 10.

This week, Hale-Spencer said, “I remain grateful to our readers who have sustained The Enterprise over these many years and who have been informed and empowered by our coverage.”

Come Jan. 1, Patricia Fahy will move from the State Assembly to the Senate, replacing the retiring Neil Breslin.