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Tech Valley HS to graduate 2013 class

Submitted by Ben Gorenstein, WNYT Web Producer

Thursday, June 13th, 2013, 9:34am

On Saturday, June 15th, Tech Valley High School, Region BOCES and Questar III BOCES will graduate its 2013 class.

The class includes 29 students from across the Capital Region.

The graduation will be held at 2 p.m. at the UAlbany Main Campus Center in Albany.

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Congressman Tonko to announce art competition winners

Submitted by Andrew Murphy, Web Producer

Friday, May 10th, 2013, 10:48am

TROY – On Monday, May 13, Congressman Paul Tonko will announce the winners of the Congressional Art Competition during an event that will showcase all work that was submitted.

More than 40 pieces of work were submitted from 19 area schools. The winning artwork will be displayed for one year at the U.S. Capitol in Washington D.C.

The artwork was reviewed by a volunteer panel of judges from the Capital Region arts community.

The competition was started in 1982 as an opportunity for members of Congress to encourage and recognize the artistic talents of their young constituents.

The event will be held at the Arts Center of the Capital Region on River Street from 5-6:30 p.m.

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Peter Pan flies into Proctors

Submitted by Andrew Murphy, Web Producer

Tuesday, April 2nd, 2013, 1:04pm

SCHENECTADY – On Tuesday, April 9, Capital Region audiences will get the chance to experience the magic of Peter Pan at Proctors Theater.

The six-day run of this classic show stars legendary Broadway actress Cathy Rigby in the starring role. The show also stars two of Broadway's finest actors, Brent Barret and Kim Crosby.

Peter Pan is a family friendly spectacle full of timeless moments and a story that will inspire anyoen who see's it.

Tickets to the show are available at the Proctors Box Office, ONLINE HERE, or by calling 518-346-6204.

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Annual Hannaford Kidz Expo

Submitted by Andrew Murphy, Web Producer

Friday, March 1st, 2013, 2:35pm

ALBANY – On Saturday, March 2, the Eight Annual Hannaford Kidz Expo will be held at the Empire State Plaza Convention Center.

Presented by the new York State Office of General Services the Hannaford Kidz Expo provides families entertainment and education featuring dance and theatre performances, wildlife experts, music, arts and crafts, sports activities and more.

Featured performers this year include Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey CircusFit and a Barney Sing-A-Long as well as interactive activities such as the Reptile Adventure Room, Roaming Railroad, face painting, balloon animals and more.

Admission is free, the expo is from 10-5p.m. For more information, PLEASE VISIT.

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DEC accepting poster contest submissions for 5th graders

Submitted by Anna Didio on Wednesday, December 19th, 4:03 pm

CAPITAL REGION - The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is now accepting submissions for the annual Arbor Day Poster Contest. Following is more information:

Fifth grade students, especially in science and art, are encouraged to design an original poster depicting the 2013 contest theme, Trees Are Terrific in All Shapes and Sizes.
DEC Commissioner Joe Martens said, “Arbor Day is a national observance that celebrates the essential role trees play in our environment. By participating in the annual Arbor Day poster contest, students learn about trees and how they promote a healthy, balanced ecosystem.”

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Something WICKED returns to Proctors

Submitted by Andrew Murphy, Web Producer

Friday, November 9th, 2012, 10:10am

SCHENECTADY – As the lights go down on the Mainstage a roar of the crowd erupts. A crowd of young and old, delighted and energetic about the show they are about to see. A show of friendship and the trials everyone must face to be accepted and do what we feel is right.

WICKED, the Tony-Award winning musical began its second run at Proctors on Wednesday.

Highly entertaining for all ages the show is packed full of laughs and emotion.

Everyone knows the story of Dorothy and Toto. Twister comes, house falls, and the Witch of the East is dead. But what do you know really? Was Glinda as “Good” as she seems. What made the Wicked Witch so, well, Wicked?

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Red Cross urges emergency planning

Submitted by Anna Didio on Tuesday, September 4th, 2:02 pm

September is National Preparedness Month and the Red Cross Northeastern New York Region (ARCNEY) is telling families to make a disaster plan so they can be ready for the next emergency.

ARCNEY says plans should include designating elements such as a meeting place outside the home, an out-of-area contact person and location where everyone can meet in case of a disaster.

"Disasters can strike at any time and being prepared is a family's best defense," said Colleen Dundas, ARCNENY Regional Preparedness Associate. "Making a plan is an important step in making sure all household members know what to do in an emergency."

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