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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An 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.