Sep 17 2009

Albany Political Forum

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How can we set up a forum where people can be civil? Would you be willing to post under your real name? Why or why not?


Sep 10 2009

The Albany Observer’s Endorsements [Updated]

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We Twittered our endorsements to Albany the other night, but for those of you still living in the stone age of blogs, here they are:

  • Mayor of Albany: Corey Ellis
  • Albany City Treasurer: Kathy Sheehan
  • Albany City Auditor: Leif Engstrom
  • Common Council President: Carolyn McLaughlin

Common Council Endorsements:

  • First Ward: Dominick Calsolaro
  • Third Ward: Lisa Pfeaster
  • Fourth Ward: Barbara Smith
  • Seventh Ward: Cathy Fahey
  • Tenth Ward: Leah Goldby
  • Eleventh Ward: Luke Gucker

Sep 9 2009

Jennings candidate making threats re: fire & paramedic services?

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We may have a story coming your way on this subject. If anyone else can add to it, email us at observer@albanyobserver.com. Stay tuned.


Sep 5 2009

Lenny Ricchiuti accused of sexual harassment

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lennyAn article in the Times Union confirms a story that, sadly, has been floating around Albany for some time. The story is that Lenny Ricchiuti, well-known in PAL circles, was accused of sexual harassment a while ago. The article tells the story. Lenny Ricchiuti is running for president of the Albany Common Council.

Ex-Police Athletic League employee says director made suggestive remarks

We are hoping the story about the missing P.A.L. money is not true as well.