Good News Stories for Monday October 21st
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Pete Kelly
Monday, October 21st, 2024 11:03am
The Federal Trade Commission announced a new Click To Cancel rule that will force companies to make it just as easy to cancel as it is to sign up! This new rule will require companies to provide the same amount of steps, if not fewer, that were used to sign up, and people can cancel the same way they signed up, which means no more phone calls or travelling in-person to cancel when you signed up online! Read more about it here! (Good News Network)
A new robot can disassemble e-waste to make it easier to reuse and recycle old electronics! These robots can take apart old devices in as less as five minutes. Read more about it here! (Good News Network)
A new cervical cancer treatment has reduced fatality rates by 40%! Learn about it here! (Good News Network)
A hydrogen powered car fueled by sewage and other waste may soon be going for a land speed record! Check out the car here! (Good News Network)
The Latest
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National Cheeseburger Day DealsCelebrate a delicious day
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One of the Strongest People in the World is a Shen Student!The 17 year old just set a new bench press record
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Jimmer Fredette Comes Out of RetirementThe Glens Falls native is heading back to the court
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Johnny Rockets Returning to CrossgatesThe restaurant will return to its previous location
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After 15 years, Historic Saratoga County Tavern is Closing DownThe owners made the announcement on Friday
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25 Years Later, the Capital Region Remembers September 11Across the area, communities are gathering to honor the lives lost, recognize first responders, and reflect on how deeply that day continues to shape us.
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Albany Mayor Applyrs Proposes Vacant Storefront RegistryThe proposal aims to address vacant properties while making it easier for prospective buyers to connect with owners.
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Regional Food Bank to Host 32nd Annual CHEFS Event in AlbanyLearn more about this event all to raise funds for those dealing with food insecurity
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RECALL ALERT - Squishy DumplingsCheck out the latest recall on a popular kids toy!
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Dolly Movies At Regal CinemasDolly Parton Movies To Benefit Imagination Library
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What Should the Capital Region Be Famous For? Guinness World Record for.....It started with a Chicago bar doing something that sounds completely reasonable after several bad decisions!
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Red Balloons Are Popping Up Around Downtown Albany — Here's What They Mean 🎈Have you spotted them?
What's Happening
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On The RoadJoin us On The Road presented by Harding Mazzotti!
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Harding Mazzotti 10/10 Day GiveawayCelebrate 10/10 Day & Win Cash!
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MalloweenDon't miss Trick-Or-Treating at Crossgates this Year!
Events
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Harding Mazzotti 10/10 Day Giveaway
Celebrate 10/10 Day & Win Cash! Get ready to celebrate 10/10 (Ten-Ten) Day with Harding Mazzotti and your chance to win cash! Starting now through 10/10, kee...
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Troy Ghost Tour
Join Ghosts of the Gilded Age, a 90-min walking tour in Downtown Troy!
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Pop Up Dance on Saturday, September 18 at former College of St. Rose Gym
The Albany AIDA dance club is hosting a Pop Up dance at the huge basketball court at 420 Western Avenue
at Albany County Parks & Recreation (former College Of St. Rose)
