Daily Digest: ‘Vital project’: Construction starts in Poestenkill after PFOA/PFOS found on school property

Also: ValleyCats infielder Coddou headed to Rockies organization • HORSE RACING: Opening Weekend to celebrate America 250

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Friday, June 19, 2026

Happy Friday! Hope everyone is having a great week and has a great weekend ahead. Before you head out or enjoy that morning cup of iced coffee or tea, check out some of the top stories on our website. Be safe and enjoy the day. — Ron Rosner, Senior Editor e-edition                            obituaries ‘Vital project’: Construction starts in Poestenkill after PFOA/PFOS found on school property Algonquin Middle School and surrounding neighbors will soon have clean water once again. Read more → ValleyCats infielder Coddou headed to Rockies organization TROY, N.Y. — The Tri-City ValleyCats announced today the transfer of infielder Parker Coddou’s contract to the Colorado Rockies.Coddou, who leads Tri-City in stolen bases and is a perfect 14-for-14 on attempts, is the second ValleyCats … Read more → HORSE RACING: Opening Weekend to celebrate America 250 SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. — The New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) today announced a full slate of entertainment and family-friendly events for the July 4th Racing Festival, which will be held Friday, July 3 through Sunday, July 5, and s… Read more → HORSE RACING: Saratoga season passes now on sale at Stewart’s Shops; Season passes make the perfect gift for Father’s Day! SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. — The New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) today announced that Saratoga season admission passes for the 2026 summer meet at historic Saratoga Race Course are now available for purchase at more than 175 Stewart’s … Read more → USWNT, NWSL soccer player and Bethlehem Central alum Claire Hutton’s homecoming features a sandwich, a cause and a bobblehead LATHAM, N.Y. — Former Bethlehem Central High School soccer player Claire Hutton has done it all. Since playing for the Eagles, Hutton has moved on to greener pastures, manning the midfield for the NWSL’s KC Current before being traded to Bay FC earlier this year. Most notably, Hutton is a member of the United States […] Read more → US strike on an alleged drug boat kills 3 in the eastern Pacific Ocean The military did not provide evidence the vessel was ferrying drugs. Read more → Senators seek to block Hegseth travel funds until Pentagon releases report on Iran school strike The strike on an elementary school killed more than 165 people. Read more → Trump presents the Medal of Honor to 3 veterans for heroism in Vietnam and Afghanistan Trump called them “great men, great people” who will never be forgotten. Read more → Police shooting of a 1-year-old Mississippi boy ignites tension between police and Black residents The killing has exacerbated ongoing tensions over policing and race in the city. Read more → What to know about Cuba’s economic measures aimed at opening up the island’s economy Cuba’s Communist Party approved unprecedented free-market measures. Read more → Democrats say money from Trump’s tax bill is paying for White House ballroom project Trump has insisted that no taxpayer dollars would be used for the ballroom. Read more → Luigi Mangione’s lawyers reverse course, say they won’t pursue a psychiatric defense Such a defense could have led to less time in prison. Read more → Senator urges FAA to reject any pressure from Trump to approve triumphal arch over aviation safety Proposed arch raised concerns due to proximity to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Read more → See the photos of the Obama Presidential Center dedication ceremony Former President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama, who returned to Chicago last week, welcomes former presidents Joe Biden, Bill Clinton and George W. Bush, Chicagoans and longtime supporters for a dedication ceremony of the Obama Presidential Center in Jackson Park on June 18, 2026. Read more →

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