Good News Stories for Monday December 9th
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Pete Kelly
Monday, December 9th, 2024 3:34pm
A new survey by the CDC finds the US obesity rate is decreasing for the first time in decades! It's only a slight decline, but it's been suggested that we may have hit "peak obesity" in the United States. Read more about the survey here! (Freethink)
A new injection could be game changing for millions suffering with asthma and COPD! The trial found this new antibody could be four times as effective compared to steroid tablets. Read more about it here! (Good News Network)
A woman from Trinidad has found a way to use seaweed and other waste to power vehicles! This low-emission fuel can be used in normal cars by using a simple conversion kit. Read more about it here! (Good News Network)
The Latest
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How To Give Back In The Most Uplifting WayLooking to help out this holiday season? This is a great way to do that.
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Local teams to battle towards State Championships this weekendIt's State Championship weekend in Boys & Girls Soccer and Field Hockey
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Train Celebrates 25 Years At SPAC With Barenaked LadiesTrain’s Anniversary Tour Hits Saratoga on July 22, 2026
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David Frizzell Honors Brother Lefty - Joins 'Close Up' SeriesCountry Legend David Frizzell Brings Classic Country To The Wood Theater in Glens Falls, NY
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From Backyard to Big Apple 75-Foot Spruce Gets the AxeRockefeller Tree Journey Begins: 11-Ton Giant Fell at Dawn
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Tickets Now on Sale for the Downtown Albany Hot Chocolate StrollIt's coming December 6
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Here’s When and Where to Watch the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Cutting in East GreenbushThe official tree lighting is December 3, but you can be a part of its historic journey!
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Free Pizza For Children Under 18 Years Old In MaltaSergio's Pizza is stepping up to help the kids.
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Larry the Cable Guy to Perform at the Palace TheatreJust one of many shows in 2026
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This Year’s Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Has a Capital Region Connection
Find out more about its 518 roots
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Metro-North to Extend Service to AlbanyThis is the first time MTA has operated rail service to Albany
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Regional Food Bank to Host New York’s Largest Thanksgiving Meal DistributionOver 200,000 meals will be distributed
What's Happening
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Drive to Make a DifferenceHelp us Feed the Need! Join us Friday, November 21st at DeNooyer Chevrolet
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Holiday Fun GuideFind out about events around the Capital Region or submit your own for free!
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Join Our TeamCome work with B 95.5
Events
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Burnt Hills- Ballston Lake CSD Food Drive
BHBL CSD Food Drive:10/31-11/17. Donate non-perishables to school buildings or make a monetary contribution at the link below, donations support our community!
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Siena Saints BasketballGet your green and gold and cheer on the Siena Saints Men's Basketball for their 2025-2026 season!! Watch their home games live at the MVP Arena!
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Concerned for the Hungry Thanksgiving Food Basket DriveDon't miss the 46th Annual Thanksgiving Food Basket Drive at Keane Elementary School, November 19-24!! Volunteering for the Concerned for the Hungry Thanksgi...
at Keane Elementary School
