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Democrats' unemployment insurance plan passes on party line vote

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Democrats' unemployment insurance plan passes on party line vote

After a nearly 12 hour stall, the Democratic unemployment insurance agreement passed on a party line vote of 50-49.

The amendment, passed by Democrats in the early hours of Saturday morning, superseded an earlier Republican victory on unemployment insurance.

Democrats came to an agreement on unemployment benefits after initially hitting a snag early in the marathon voting session on the $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief legislation. Democrat Joe Manchin had threatened to unravel an agreement on how to handle jobless benefits in the package, but after eight hours of discussions, he agreed to a new proposal.

The Senate is currently evenly split between Democrats and Republicans.

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Renewable Energy and Sustainable Living Fair

Announcement: Fifth Annual Renewable Energy and Sustainable Living Fair (virtual)

The fifth annual Renewable Energy and Sustainable Living Fair will be held Saturday, March 6 from 10-4 pm. One can participate in: workshops, networking, an exhibition hall and in affinity groups which will provide an opportunity to "mingle" and "meet" new people. The Fair is sponsored by the non-profit Community Advocates for a Sustainable Environment (CASE) organization.

This is a FREE public event, but one must register on line for tickets at: www.caseonline.org .

CASE members are happy to continue to offer people in the Greater Capital District area a one-stop shopping/information space for renewable energy and sustainable living products, services and ideas.

There will be no social distancing, no face masks, no crowd noise, no exhibitor siting issues, no weather or parking concerns, just an enjoyable, relaxing, healthy atmosphere!

The exhibitors fee for a “booth” is $200 and the not-for-profit organizations fee is $35. They can register and pay at: www.caseonline.org .

This fee includes exhibit space at the Fair, listing on the CASE website indefinitely and a list of visitors to the Fair who have agreed to share their contact information.

Questions and concerns should be directed to Becky Meier at 518-781-4686, or email at: beckyjmeier@gmail.com

Submitted by,
Robert Connors
Community Advocates for a Sustainable Environment co-founder

1409 County Rte 5
Canaan, NY 12029
518-781-4686

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Dr. Suess, not exactly banned

One of the most affluent school districts in Virginia is dissociating itself from Dr. Seuss, claiming the children's books contain "racial undertones" that are unsuitable for teaching children in a "culturally responsive" way.

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COVID-19 Testing for Student Athletes

First Two Weeks of COVID-19 Testing for Student Athletes Yields Zero Positive Cases
Feb 26, 2021 | Athletics, Columbia, District

The East Greenbush Central School District began COVID-19 surveillance testing for student athletes on February 17 and has found zero positive cases out of more than 100 tests. The new testing program is not required for high school sports, but the district is taking a proactive approach to reduce the risk of any potential community spread.

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On first day of lifted eviction stay, Albany schedules over 200 hearings Photo of Amanda Fries Amanda Fries Feb. 26, 2021

On first day of lifted eviction stay, Albany schedules over 200 hearings
Amanda Fries Feb. 26, 2021

ALBANY — Over 200 eviction proceedings were scheduled Friday in City Court, marking the end of the 60-day stay on all evictions in New York.

By far, the capital city had the most hearings scheduled for the day, according to court records, with none scheduled in the nearby cities of Troy and Saratoga Springs; Schenectady had six eviction hearings scheduled.

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Albany County confirms 73 new positive COVID-19 cases overnight

WNYT Staff
Created: February 20, 2021 11:24 AM

Albany County Executive Dan McCoy announced Saturday an increase of 73 new positive coronavirus cases overnight. The total of cases now 19,935.

Among the new cases, 19 had close contact with positive cases, 47 did not have clear sources of infection at this time, and seven are healthcare workers or residents of congregate settings. There are now 592 active cases in the county, up from 584 yesterday.

There were no new COVID-related deaths to report. The county’s death toll stands at 345 since the outbreak began.

“While our numbers have been stable and there are fewer people in the ICU’s, there is some disturbing news

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