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Tamara Starr

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Albany, New York
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Latham crash survivor in Top 5 for Ms. Health & Fitness Competition

Latham crash survivor in Top 5 for Ms. Health & Fitness Competition

WNYT-TV (Albany, NY) — LATHAM, N.Y. (WNYT) - A Latham woman who survived a serious tractor-trailer collision is now ranked among the top five finalists worldwide in the Ms. Health & Fitness competition.Monica DeJesus Ramirez, a Latham resident, is competing for the $20,000 grand prize. She says if she wins, she plans to use the money to build a [...]
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The push to modernize "Bottle Bill" as redemption centers close

The push to modernize "Bottle Bill" as redemption centers close

WNYT-TV (Albany, NY) — For decades, New York's "Bottle Bill" has been credited with reducing litter and boosting recycling rates across the state. The law, officially known as the Returnable Container Act, requires a deposit on specific drink containers that hold soda, beer, and water, which is refunded when they're returned for recycling.But environmental advocates and redemption center owners [...]
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Legacy of love and racing at Bond Racing Stable

Legacy of love and racing at Bond Racing Stable

WNYT-TV (Albany, NY) — From humble beginnings to a household name in horse racing, trainer and President of Bond Racing Stable, Jim Bond, has spent decades building a legacy defined not just by victories but by deep care and commitment.Bond, who took out his trainer's license at just 16, now boasts over 1,200 wins and multiple graded stakes titles.
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Teen finds healing and purpose through paintball after tragic loss

Teen finds healing and purpose through paintball after tragic loss

WNYT-TV (Albany, NY) — For most, paintball is just a weekend hobby. But for Luke Winchell, the field at Hornets Nest Paintball in Ancram became something much more-a place of healing, purpose, and connection after a devastating loss.Luke's father, Lee Winchell, was a dedicated paintball player who introduced his son to the sport.
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Tamara Tries rope course at Adirondack Extreme

Tamara Tries rope course at Adirondack Extreme

WNYT-TV (Albany, NY) — If you're craving a high-flying thrill this summer, you might want to head to the treetops. The Adirondack Extreme Adventure Course in Bolton Landing is one of the largest aerial adventure parks in the country, and it recently put NewsChannel 13's Tamara Starr to the test.In this week's edition of Tamara Tries, Starr geared up [...]
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Tamara Starr tries circus arts at Good Karma Studio

Tamara Starr tries circus arts at Good Karma Studio

WNYT-TV (Albany, NY) — Forget the treadmill and say goodbye to boring gym routines-this week's edition of Tamara Tries is flipping the script on fitness.NewsChannel 13's Tamara Starr ditched her sneakers and got airborne at Good Karma Studio in Albany, where circus arts classes turn workouts into high-flying fun.
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Advocates seek approval of bill to let terminally ill people die on their own terms

Advocates seek approval of bill to let terminally ill people die on their own terms

WNYT-TV (Albany, NY) — Advocates are pushing the state to allow terminally ill patients to die on their own terms. The Medical Aid in Dying Act has passed the Assembly and is now headed to the Senate. The bill would allow mentally capable, terminally ill adults with prognosis of six months or less to request a prescription they can self-ingest to die peacefully.
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Tamara Tries: bagel-making at Lox of Bagels & Moor

Tamara Tries: bagel-making at Lox of Bagels & Moor

WNYT-TV (Albany, NY) — A bagel might seem like a simple breakfast staple, but behind every perfectly crisp, chewy bite is a time-honored process requiring skill, precision, and patience.This week on Tamara Tries, News Channel 13's Tamara Starr stepped behind the counter at Lox of Bagels & Moor, a beloved Queensbury institution that has been serving fresh, hand-crafted bagels [...]
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Albany Curling Club offering Learn to Curl sessions

Albany Curling Club offering Learn to Curl sessions

WNYT-TV (Albany, NY) — The Albany Curling Club (ACC) is hosting a series of Learn to Curl sessions on January 9-11. Anyone interested in curling can come and learn ice safety, basic rules, stone delivery, sweeping technique, and scoring in this 2-hour session, and you'll even get to play a couple of ends.
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Cannabis in the Capital Region: "Ghost Dispensaries" and industry growing pains

Cannabis in the Capital Region: "Ghost Dispensaries" and industry growing pains

WNYT-TV (Albany, NY) — For years and even decades, cannabis advocates have been working to educate the public about the medical benefits of cannabis. And even after New York legalized it in 2021, cannabis advocates like Melany Dobson, co-founder of Hudson Cannabis, said educating the public is still necessary and should still be the focus."Being able to cultivate cannabis [...]
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Advocates share pedestrian railroad safety tips

Advocates share pedestrian railroad safety tips

WTEN-TV (Albany, NY) — ALBANY COUNTY, N.Y. (NEWS10) - After two fatal train accidents over the weekend, railroad safety officials want to remind everyone to stay safe around train tracks. In 2022, more than 40 railroad crashes occurred in New York, causing three deaths and seventeen injuries, according to the Federal Railroad Administration.
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Rensselaer County continues cleanup after flood damage

Rensselaer County continues cleanup after flood damage

WTEN-TV (Albany, NY) — RENSSELAER COUNTY, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Rensselaer County residents and town officials are still cleaning up after rainfalls caused rivers and creeks to overflow into banks and even homes. The situation has also raised concerns about the need to update the infrastructure- including clearing and creating more storm drains to help minimize flooding.
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Reporter Reel for Tamara Starr

Reporter Reel for Tamara Starr

Tamara Starr 917-653-9240 tamarastarr@gmail.com
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Birth center closure may add strain on first responders

Birth center closure may add strain on first responders

WTEN-TV (Albany, NY) — TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) - After Saint Peter's Hospital shared its assessment justifying the closure of the Burdett Birth Center, opposition is growing from the community and legislators on both sides of the aisle. And first responders continue voicing concerns about the timely transportation of laboring patients.
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Motorcycle advocates share safety awareness

Motorcycle advocates share safety awareness

WTEN-TV (Albany, NY) — ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) - A tragic motorcycle accident in Clifton Park on Wednesday has become another reminder of how important it is for both drivers and riders to share the road responsibly. Andre...
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Berkshire Bird Sanctuary continues to rebuild

Berkshire Bird Sanctuary continues to rebuild

WTEN-TV (Albany, NY) — PETERSBURGH, N.Y. (NEWS10) - The Berkshire Bird Sanctuary has been around for over 50 years and has saved thousands of animals. Peter Dubacher started the sanctuary with his father after serving as a Vietnam War soldier. He says that creating the sanctuary helped him while he struggled with PTSD after the war.
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Capital City Rescue Mission serves thousands for Easter

Capital City Rescue Mission serves thousands for Easter

WTEN-TV (Albany, NY) — ALBANY, N.Y (NEWS10)- Easter Sunday brings the Capital City Rescue Mission's Annual Easter lunch. The organization usually serves one thousand plates and bag lunches for community members in need. But this week, the organization has been busy prepping to serve 2,000 members of the community.
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Niskayuna teen can now fly around town before he can drive

Niskayuna teen can now fly around town before he can drive

WTEN-TV (Albany, NY) — BALLSTON SPA, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Kevin Tully is a Sophomore at Niskayuna High School. He is also a junior pilot who just received his provincial pilot's license today on his 16th birthday ...before he can even drive. Kevin's mom, Kimberly Tully, says that aviation was always his passion.
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Serenity Silo becomes local resource for food and animals

Serenity Silo becomes local resource for food and animals

WTEN-TV (Albany, NY) — PATTERSONVILLE, N.Y. (WTEN) - When Nicole and Joseph Alesandrini were shopping for a home, they knew they needed to buy this farm in Pattersonville. Even though the land needed a lot of work, the couple instantly fell in love with the property and called it Serenity Silo Farm.
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Schenectady school program aims to increase academic performance

Schenectady school program aims to increase academic performance

WTEN-TV (Albany, NY) — SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (WTEN) - Schenectady City School District is creating unique student pathways to not only engage with students to help them find their passions while also increasing graduation rates. Lynne Rutnik is the Deputy Superintendent for Schenectady City Schools, and she says that the whole district is excited about the Multi-Tiered System of Support.
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Supporting Local Businesses and Communities with Small Business Saturday

Supporting Local Businesses and Communities with Small Business Saturday

WTEN-TV (Albany, NY) — Now that Black Friday is out of the way, it is now time for Small Business Saturday. Small Business Saturday was introduced by American Express in 2010 when the great recession hit, and now after the pandemic, small businesses are in need more than ever.
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View from the Top: Dave Morrison, IsoAcoustics - Mixonline

View from the Top: Dave Morrison, IsoAcoustics - Mixonline

Mix Magazine — As IsoAcoustics turns 10, founder Dave Morrison looks back at the company's journey from early days of research to turning down big money to build the company and its success on his own. After working 20 years on the design and construction of radio and television studios for the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, Dave Morrison was ready for a new challenge.
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View From the Top: Evan MacKenzie, ASI Audio - Mixonline

View From the Top: Evan MacKenzie, ASI Audio - Mixonline

Mix Magazine — Evan MacKenzie, vice president of Marketing and Sales for ASI Audio, shares insights into the company's history and future. While growing up within the performing and visual arts space, Evan MacKenzie always felt inspired by theater and museums. "My background in art and literature-along with getting to work with some brilliant brand strategy people at prominent ad agencies-got me to feeling I had found my career path," he said.
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Banning Prescription Assistance

Banning Prescription Assistance

blogspot.com — Picture this. You receive a prescription from your doctor. Then you find out from your pharmacist that your co-pay is over $300 for only 30 tablets. Rafferty had Aetna as his prescription plan at the time. When asked why the co-pays were so high, a representative from Aetna answered that it was due to the pricing set by the manufacturers of the medication.
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