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Submitted by Ed Parham
On a day set aside for Capital Region families to gather and give thanks, 6,641 participants from 33 states and six nations descended upon the Collar City for the 76th running of the Troy Turkey Trot, America’s 12th oldest road race.

The event, presented by Pioneer, began at 8 am, with the Capital Region’s only Thanksgiving Day 10K. Tackling the traditional out and back course were more than 1,200 participants, many of whom run competitively for local track and field clubs. James Withers of Utica, NY outpaced his rivals to win the title in 30:31 and earned a $300 first place prize in the process. The first female across the line was Karen Bertasso Hughes of Selkirk, NY, who also earned a $300 payday with a winning time of 36:15.

Submitted by Ed Parham
The more than 3,000 runners participating in the Troy Turkey Trot’s 5K, the Trot’s featured event, will enjoy a new, safer course with additional breathing room when the event’s 76th edition takes place Thursday, November 23rd, at 10 am.

“Runners’ safety is our top priority,” said Event Director George Regan. “The current 5K course certification recently expired and with the event’s registration trajectory showing greater participation in the 5K, we felt it was appropriate to explore other course options.”

Courtesy of Rensselaer County
Congratulations to Troy Fire Chief Eric McMahon on his retirement from service after 34 years. The Troy Fire Department held a walkout ceremony for Chief McMahon at the department's Central Station on Friday, November 10th with scores of firefighters, past colleagues, friends, family, and elected officials on hand.

County Executive Steve McLaughlin was among those wishing Chief McMahon well, and presented him with a county commendation recognizing his service.

Courtesy of the New York State Police
On September 16th, the State Police of Brunswick arrested Anthony I. Cresser, 26, of Brunswick, NY, for three counts of Attempted Murder in the First Degree, three counts of Assault in the first degree, Robbery in the first degree, and Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the third degree.

Courtesy of the City of Troy
On September 18th, a 30” cast iron water main broke in Lansingburgh near 7th Ave and 124th St. The water main is one of the two major distribution lines flowing from the water treatment plant. As a major distribution line, impacts were felt beyond Lansingburgh. The Department of Public Utilities, Department of Public Works, Engineering, and other city departments responded to the break and had it repaired in roughly a day’s time.

A boil water advisory was still in effect, for those affected, as of the time of this writing. Any resident experiencing low water pressure or no water should contact the DPU at 518-237-0241.

Courtesy of Rensselaer County
Rensselaer County has vowed to never forget the service and sacrifice of our veterans and their families. The Uncle Sam Military Banner Committee is on the same mission, organizing efforts to place banners honoring veterans throughout Troy.

Recently the committee placed a special banner, honoring the life and service of Francis Brown, who died during an attack by Israeli forces on the USS Liberty in 1967.

Calling All Artists

Submitted by Nicole Peterson
The Arts Center of the Capital Region is excited to announce it is producing an open air gallery, Troy Art Block, this October. Troy Art Block will be one of the first projects of its kind in New York’s Capital Region. For Troy Art Block, the Arts Center will curate and produce diverse street art at multiple sites in downtown Troy. The goals of Troy Art Block are to create a unique destination for art lovers, curate a distinctive urban experience for visitors and residents who use Troy's alleys as thoroughfares through its historic downtown, and attract customers to Troy's locally-owned businesses.