Sunday, December 14, 2025

Daily Digest: Watervliet approves city budget

Also: Questions and answers from the ‘Car Doctor’ • Siobhan Connally’s Ittybits & Pieces: Freedom or nostalgia?
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Sunday, December 14, 2025

 
 

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Watervliet approves city budget

WATERVLIET, N.Y. — The City of Watervliet recently voted to approve the 2026 financial budget, totalling $17 million, which includes improvements to City Hall and expanded improvements, among other projects, with a 3.65% increase. Watervliet Mayor Charles Patricelli’s proposed budget was approved by the Board of Estimates and was forwarded to the City Council, which […]

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Questions and answers from the 'Car Doctor'

Q. I have noticed that shortly after starting my 2010 Chrysler 300, the car, particularly when the engine and transmission are still cold, there is a distinct hesitation or a noticeable 'skip' in transmission operation. This sensation typically manifests during initial acceleration or while transitioning through the lower gears. Interestingly, this symptom consistently disappears after approximately five to ten minutes of driving, once the vehicle has reached its optimal operating temperature, and the transmission then performs without any further issues. While this problem is temporary, its regular occurrence has caused me some concern. I am trying to ascertain whether this […]

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Siobhan Connally's Ittybits & Pieces: Freedom or nostalgia?

My heart sank a little as I read the opinion after opinion heralding news from Australia that a new law, effective immediately, would restrict children and teens from using social media. We all seem to agree that "kids today" are depressed, anxious, and failing to do so many things we were somehow able to master — with one hand tied behind our backs — by the time we were only half their age. It's the clothes they wear … the music …  the video games … the movies … the books … the screens … the bullying … the drugs, […]

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Saturday, December 13, 2025 CIVIL WAR ROUND TABLE: The Capital District Civil War Round Table will hold its monthly meeting on Saturday, December 13, at the Watervliet Senior Center, 1501 Broadway (across from city hall). This month's presentation is by Round Table member and Licensed Gettysburg Battlefield Guide Rik Scarce. Anyone who has seen the […]

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SNAPSHOT: Catholic Charities receives delivery from Prime Companies to highlight holiday food collection drive

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Albany recently received a significant food donation from Prime Companies as part of its holiday food collection drive. The donation was made to the Catholic Charities Tri-County Services Roarke Center in Troy. Prime Companies Owner Ken Raymond facilitated the donation, which was received by Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Albany CEO Sister Betsy Van Deusen and Catholic Charities Tri-County Services Executive Director Jenn Hyde. (Photo provided)

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Faith leaders embrace sound baths to connect with spiritual seekers

Sound baths have surged in popularity since the coronavirus pandemic.

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