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Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First,Mark Dunlea reports on why climate groups carried signs outside the 50th anniversary event of the NYS Energy and Research Development Authority Then, for Marks' Peace Bucket, we hear about a forum on Sunday Sept. 14 on US China Policy Later on, Rosemary Armao explores the issue of artificial intelligence After that, Moses Nagel filed a report from the September 4 meeting of the Albany Common Council Finally, we will talk to Sina Basila Hickey about StoryHarvest, the Sanctuary's annual autumn event, taking place this weekend, Sept 13.

StoryHarvest: Altar to the Past, Altar to the Future, is taking place on Saturday, September 13, from 2-5pm. This event will have so many fun activities for people of all ages including participatory altar making, portrait sessions, a community food table, acupuncture, apple pressing, tai chi, and more! Benno Greene and Mark Dunlea spoke with Sina Basila Hickey who oversees programming at the Sanctuary. https://www.mediasanctuary.org/event/storyharvest-2025/

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, we begin with some excerpts from the Troy September 11 memorial. Then, for our Labor Bucket, Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry interviews Greg Giorgi, Industrial Workers of the World (IWW) Upstate NY Delegate and Organizer, and the Labor Day picnic. Later on, Mark Dunlea previews the Ukrainian Festival taking place this weekend at the Polish Community Center in Albany. After that, Andrea Cunliffe shares the experience of stumbling upon Nerf Culture. Finally, we'll hear from Jade Warrick about creating a mural on asphalt in the NATURE Lab yard.

Since the Obama Administration announced its Pivot to Asia policy in 2011, U.S.-China relations have been in a downward spiral. Dr. Joseph Gerson, President of the Campaign for Peace, Disarmament and Common Security, will speak on US Policy on China to the Capital District Humanist Society on Sunday September 14 at 1 PM at Pinnacle Living, 45 Forts Ferry Road, Latham. He will also be on zoom. He talked to Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

On Saturday September 13, 518Ukrainians.com are sponsoring a Ukrainian Festival at the Polish Community Center. The festival with arts, music, and culture will be from 12 to 6, with dancing to live music from 6 to 10 PM. Dr. Anna Allen talks to Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

First, Mark Dunlea continues his coverage of the ICE Out of Troy new conference that was held in front of city hall. Then, Moses Nagel spoke with Taina Asili as she begins what she calls the Fever Pitch Pilgrimage, walking from Albany to New York City to raise funds and awareness for climate justice. Next, Eric Morser sat down with Lynne Mattison and Stuart Whipple to discuss challenges unions face today. After that, Albany Comedy Interview Corner Juan Pantaleon talks with Twon Wood about his 4 Hill Bomber novel. Finally, Thom Francis introduces us to poet Don Maurer who shared his work at the Poetic License Poetry. Hosts: Vinny DamaPoleto and Caelan McPherson Engineers:Caelan McPherson

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine: First, Mark Dunlea reports on the criticism of Cong. Josh Riley and Comptroller Tom DiNapoli's support for the genocide in Gaza. Then, Willie Terry talks to David Banks, organizer and activist with the Troy Area Labor Council and United University Professions. Later on, retired National Weather Service Meteorologist Hugh Johnson joins us to give a brief recap of this summer's weather and what to expect of the local weather this autumn. After that, Joanna Dreby and Moses Nagel bring us our weekly segment Everybody Moves. This week we hear from Susan, a student from China. Finally, Benno Green talks to Veena and Devesh Chandra, a mother-son duo that plays and teaches Indian classical music in the Capital Region.

On Friday, September 5, more than a dozen community groups led by the Justice Center of Rensselaer County held a news conference in front of Troy City Hall to call on local and state officials to keep ICE out of Troy and other communities. They also called on the state legislature to come back in a special session to pass the New York For All Act to prohibit local officials and law enforcement from cooperating with ICE and their kidnapping of community residents. Speakers at the news conference included Jamie Crouse as emcee; Jessica Ashley of The Justice Center of Rensselaer County; Angela Beallor, Troy Capital Region Sanctuary Coalition (CRSC); Bryan McCormack, Columbia County Sanctuary Movement; Jahaira Roldan, New York Immigration Coalition; Rev. Donna Elia, Troy Area United Ministry; Verónica A Troy resident whose husband was kidnapped by ICE; Melanie Trimble, New York Civil Liberties Union (NYCLU); Naomi Jaffe of the Jails Justice Network; and Starletta Renee, YWCA of the Greater Capital Region. This has been Mark Dunlea for the Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea brings us coverage from a press conference where over a dozen community groups came together to stand against Immigration and Customs Enforcement's presence in Troy and surrounding areas. Then, Willie Terry talks about labor issues at a Labor Day Rally and Picnic' held at Lanthier's Grove in Latham on September 1st. Later on, Sina Basila Hickey brings us coverage from Troy Farmers Market. After that, Benno Greene talks to songwriter Michael Eck about his upcoming performance at Song City Troy. Finally, Jacob Boston talks to Troy High School basketball coach Jack O'keefe about advice for students starting a new year.

On Friday, September 5 at 10 AM at Troy City Hall (433 River St.) the Justice Center of Rensselaer County, Troy Capital Region Sanctuary Coalition @518crsc, the Media Sanctuary, and a host of other organizations are holding a press conference to condemn the actions of ICE against members of the local community and to demand ICE OUT OF TROY! Linda O'Malley of the Justice Center talks with Mark Dunlea of the Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea interviews Linda O'Malley about the upcoming ICE OUT OF TROY press conference on Friday, September 5th. Then, Willie Terry speaks with union members at the Labor Day 2025 Celebration about their concerns on labor issues. Later on, Mark Dunlea shares a report at a press conference announcing the first two houses in Sheridan Hollow in Albany being converted to a joint geothermal heating and cooling system. After that, Vinny DamaPoleto interviews DD about their experiences in the West Bank of Palestine and working with the protective presence movement. Finally, Cat Jones discusses homelessness with "Tim" of Forest Park.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine: First, Mar Dunlea has a report on a climate rally at DEC earlier on Wednesday. Then, we have part 2 of Mark Dunlea's coverage of the annual labor day picnic. Later on, we have a live interview with Rosemary Armao about how the media covers President Trump. Finally, Benno Greene interviews musician Kate McDonnell.

On Wednesday September 3, climate groups will rally outside of DEC headquarters in downtown Albany to urge the Hochul administration to comply with the state's climate law (CLCPA) and to refuse to reverse prior decisions by the state rejecting two gas pipeline projects proposed by Williams. As part of her deal with President Trump for him to allow an offshore wind project off of Long Island to move forward, Goverror Hochul agreed to re-examine the two pipelines. The NESE pipeline would go under NY Harbor. The Constitution pipeline's planned route in 2016 was approximately 125 miles from Susquehanna County, PA, to Schoharie County, NY, crossing 250 waterways. Mary Finneran of the Hudson Mohawk SIerra Club talks with Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First,Mark Dunlea heads to the Capital region Labor day picnic to learn more about Labor unions Then,we hear from Mary Finneran of the Hudson Mohawk SIerra Club, who will tell us all about the upcoming Rally at the DEC headquarters. Later on, we have a story about childhood trauma and art therapy After that, Padrick Smith and Kay Goutos will tell us about a weekly comedy open mic at the Comedy works in Saratoga. Finally, this week, Thom Francis reintroduces us to poet, writer, and editor James H Duncan. Hosts:Caelan McPherson and Vinny DamaPoleto Engineer:Caelan McPherson

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea speaks with Ethan Gormely of Citizen Action and Tim Judson of NIRS who went to the NYS Fair to try and convince the governor to reject new nuclear power plants and pipelines for fracked gas. Then, Moses Nagel speaks with Bob Sanders, a 70 year old who is on the final week of a ride across the country to raise awareness and money to oppose the genocide in Gaza. Later on, we will have a live interview with Bruce France of Braver Angels who will be having a workshop The Skills for Disagreeing Better in Colonie. After that, comedian / producer Ryan Shipley is in studio with Juan Pantaleon to promote the second annual Capital Regions Funniest Comic Competition. An open forum comedy competition where the audience decides the winner. Finally, Thom Francis welcomes Matthew Klane to the stage at The Linda in Albany, NY. Co-hosts: Vinny DamaPoleto and Andrea Cunliffe

When Governor Hochul attended Opening Day at the Great New York State Fair , Central New York residents, community leaders and environmentalists planned a press conference to demand the Governor reject dangerous nuclear power plants and major fracked gas pipelines . While the rally was canceled due to thunderstorms, protestors were still there with banners and several encountered the Governor inside the fair. Ethan Gormely of Citizen Action and Tim Judson of NIRS (Nuclear Information and Resource Services) discuss the issues with Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, we hear from Jamaica Miles of All of Us speak with Angelo “Justice” Maddox in their latest segment of the Black August series focusing on training. Then, Mark Dunlea speaks with Jason Webley of the Flotsam River Circus to talk about the group's work and upcoming shows in cities along the length of the Erie Canal and the Hudson River. Later on, retired National Weather Service meteorologist Hugh Johnson joins us to discuss Hurricane Erin, this month's erratic weather and what to expect from it this week. After that, we hear from Dierdre about her family's immigration story as part of the weekly segment Everybody Moves. Finally, EMPAC music curator Amadeus Julian Regucera joins us to discuss the TOPOS Music Festival taking place on August 28th, 29th, and 30th. Co-hosts: Lennox Apudo and Sean Bernyk.

Coinciding with the 200th Anniversary of the opening of the Erie Canal, Flotsam River Circus will be traveling the entire length of the canal and the Hudson River, giving performances in dozens of towns from Buffalo to New York City. Flotsam is a troupe of musicians, circus performers, and puppeteers who travel on a ramshackle raft giving free performances in waterfront towns. Our goal is to bring some magic and whimsy to the world while helping communities engage with their waterways. Flotsam Captain Jason Webley talks to Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine. Aug 27 - AMSTERDAM - Riverlink Park - 6:30 pm Aug 28 - SCHENECTADY - Gateway Landing Park - 6:30 pm Aug 29 - WATERFORD - Lock 2 Park - 6:30 pm Aug 30 - RENSSELAER - Riverfront Park 6:30 pm Aug 31 - CAPITAL DISTRICT - Location TBA - 6:30 pm

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea brings us coverage from a pro-Palestine rally outside Senators Schumer and Gillibrand and Comptroller Tom DiNapoli's offices. Then, Lennox Apudo brings us coverage from a protest held outside city hall after Saratoga Springs' passing of an ordinance banning visible homelessness. Later on, Cricket and Marrow bring us coverage from a rally at the Troy City Council on May 22nd in favor of a public hearing for Good Cause Eviction. Finally, we have a story on the importance of the arts with Meghan Van Alstyne. Co-Hosts: Jacob Boston and Sina Basila Hickey Engineered By: Jacob Boston

On Wednesday August 20, Jewish Voice for Peace-Hudson Valley plus 16 cosponsoring organizations gathered outside Senators Schumer and Gillibrand and Comptroller Tom DiNapoli's offices to demand that they take action to stop arming Israel and stop the starvation and genocide in Gaza. As Comptroller, DiNapoli Is responsible for investing over $350 million dollars in state pension funds into Israeli bonds. Arthur Camins and Jo Salas of JVP-HV talks to Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine: First, Mark Dunlea speaks to Pippa Bartolotti about the upcoming Kateri Peace Conference. Then, Willie Terry interviews Mandisa Thomas about “Black NonBelievers Inc.” Later on, Moses Nagel brings us to the recent meeting of the Pine Hills Land Authority. After that, another episode of the Triple E's where H. Bosh Jr. speaks with Octavia Maxwell about her skincare company Skin Deep Naturals. Finally, Aileen Javier interviews Krystal Ingram about her work as a tattoo artist.

Labor Day Weekend kicks off on Wednesday August 27 with a screening of UNION, co-hosted and with a post-screening discussion about labor unionizing with the Troy Area Labor Council. The film is at 7 PM at Picture Lock One, 50 4th St., Troy. Union is a 2024 American documentary film, directed by Brett Story and Stephen Maing. It follows the Amazon Labor Union as they seek to unionize Amazon's JKF8 Warehouse in Staten Island. As Chris Smalls and his fellow organizers formed the Amazon Labor Union and began a union drive at the warehouse, Story saw the opportunity to make a film about “a new generation of labor organizers, a generation that's grown up entirely in the post-Reagan era of union decline and globalized corporate capital, and who would be learning, in real time, how to organize collectively and outside of mainstream union support”. Sean Collins, President of TALC, talks with Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Palestine and Israel is the theme of the 27th annual Kateri Peace Conference in Fonda on August 22 and 23. Pippa Bartolotti is one of the presenters at a workshop on Saturday on Opportunities on Action Embraced. She talks to Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine. www.kateripeaceconference.org

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine: First, we hear about the documentary UNION on organizing Amazon workers, co-hosted by Troy Area Labor Council and Picture Lock One. Then, we get an update on this weekend's Kateri Peace Conference on August 22-23. Later on, Armao on the Brink discusses the growing fight over Texas gerrymandering its Congressional district to help protect Donald Trump. After that, we hear from a Siena University professor about insects, including hissing cockroaches. Finally, we finish with an archive piece calling to end the starvation taking place in Gaza. Co-hosts: Mark Dunlea and Sina

The 27th annual Kateri Peace Conference will take place in Fonda on August 22nd and 23rd. This year's them is Palestine and Israel: Tragedy, Trauma, Truth and Compassion. This year's Kateri Peace Conference will invite us to grieve together, over the unfathomable suffering of the Palestinian people as well as the Israeli people. For many years, generational trauma born of violence and persecution have been weaponized by the “settler colonialism” of a Zionist vision. Maureen Aumand of Women Against War and a co-coordinator of the Conference talks with Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea who speaks with Robert Ciesielski of the NYS Sierra Club Energy Committee; Michael Richardson of Third Act Upstate; Jeanne Bergman of Sane Energy Project; and Anne Erling of Albany of the Climate Reality Project about the New York Power Authority which is holding hearings on its proposal to build 7 GW of renewable electricity to meet the mandates of the Build Public Renewables Act Then, we have a clip from the Black August series by All of Us, this segment focusing on the importance of study. Later on, you'll hear from Joseph Piasek, founder of WIOX 91.3 FM in Roxbury, NY, as he talks with Caelan McPherson about the resilience of local radio and its role in keeping communities connected. After that, Blake Whitbeck and Will Johnson are in the studio to promote 2 recurring shows. They sit down with host Juan Pantaleon to talk details while Will confronts him live on air about their relationship Drama. Finally, Thom Francis introduces us to Bob Sharkey, a local poet and short fiction writer. He is a board member of the Hudson Valley Writers Guild serving in many capacities over the years.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea talks with Rachel Bellis of PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) about the group's PSA blitz warning drivers to never leave dogs in hot cars. Then, NATURE Lab's Water Justice Lab (WJL) Fellows report from Poestenkill Dam with Mathew Best, the habitat restoration manager for RiverKeeper who discusses the impact of dams on our local rivers and creeks. Later on, retired National Weather Service Meteorologist Hugh Johnson joins us to talk about hurricanes, NYS mesonet's 10 year anniversary, and weather for this coming week. After that, we hear from Jennifer Zhao as she recounts her story of immigrating to the US as part of the weekly Everybody Moves series. Finally, Melissa Bromely speaks with Jillian Hermanski on the importance of community radio.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine: First, Mark Dunlea speaks with Brian Terrell of the Catholic Worker Community in Iowa about his upcoming talk at the 27th annual 27th Annual Kateri Peace Conference. Then, Willie Terry continues his coverage from Create A Space NOW's 2nd Annual Capital Region "Activated Artist Fest" at the Proctors Theatre. Later on, Matt Mcginley continues his conversation with book binder Tim James from the Renascent Bookbindery in Troy. After that, Moses Nagel speaks with Paul Smart about his return to upstate New York to show his new film ‘Don Barry: A Quixotic Exploration'. Finally, Caleb Taran the three founders of PICTURE LOCK ONE return to tell us about upcoming films in their series.

They play superheroes on the big and small screens, and now, Marvel stars Danai Gurira and Krysten Ritter are acting as real-life superheroes to dogs as they star in a PSA blitz popping up above gas pumps across Albany, warning drivers never to leave an animal in a hot car. The campaign follows reports that 14 dogs died in Albany in June after being left in a hot RV overnight. This year in the U.S. alone, at least 94 dogs and cats have died from heat-related causes, including at least 72 inside vehicles. On a 70-degree day, the temperature inside a parked car can soar to 99 degrees in 20 minutes. Rachel Bellis of PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) talks to Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea brings us to rally for improving conditions in the Albany county jail. Then, Willie Terry interviews dancer Andre Robles at the Activated Artist Fest. Later on, Sina Basila Hickey brings us back to the Caribbean Festival in the Corning Preserve. Finally, Mark Dunlea interviews Mark Bittman about his book and the industrial food system.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, we have a live interview on the conflict between the Albany Common Council and the Civilian Police Review Board. Then, we hear from Phyllis Bennis, the keynote speaker at the upcoming Kateri Peace conference. Later on, Armao on the Brink explores the war of gerrymandering launched by Donald Trump. After that, we hear about an emergency mobilization in response to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detaining 5 laborers in South Troy. Finally, All of Us explores the role of fasting in Black August Co-hosts: Mark Dunlea and Benno Greene

The City of Albany's Community Police Review Board, which scrutinizes misconduct and abuse complaints lodged against the police, finds itself increasingly in conflict with the Common Council, its longtime ally, which supported the Board's efforts to end the role of the Mayor in overseeing it. To understand the situation, Ta-Sean Murdock, Executive Director of the Center for Law and Justice, was invited onto Hudson Mohawk Magazine where he spoke with Mark Dunlea and Benno Greene.

The 27th annual Kateri Peace conference in Fonda on August 22 to 23 will focus on Palestine and Israel. The keynote speaker on Saturday is Phliss Benniss who will talk on Genocide in the Times on Monsters. Institute of Policy Studies fellow Phyllis Bennis directs its New Internationalism Project, focusing on the Middle East, particularly Palestinian rights, U.S. militarism, and UN issues. She is also a fellow of the Transnational Institute in Amsterdam. In 2001 she helped found the U.S. Campaign for Palestinian Rights and more recently spent six years on the board of Jewish Voice for Peace. She talks with Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea talks with a resident who lives near the Rt.7 corridor, and why the increase in traffic on Rt.7 is becoming a problem. Then, Sina Basila Hickey heads to the Jennings landing to tell us all about the Caribbean Fest. Later on, in honor of National Radio Day next Wednesday we hear from the former General Manager of WCDB Fiona Donovan. After that, in this week's Albany Comedy interview Corner Juan Pantaleon sits down with the Producers of Revhouse Productions. Finally, Thom Francis introduces us to poet, rapper, and filmmaker Michael “ILLiptical” Sloman. ILLiptical performed his poem “Vegan Knowledge” at the Getting Down to the Brass Tacks spoken word event.

The 27th Annual Kateri Peace Conference on Palestine and Israel (Tragedy, Trauma, Truth and Compassion) will take place at the Kateri Shrine in Fonda on Friday and Saturday August 22-23. Brian Terrell, a peace activist and member of the Catholic Worker Community in Iowa, will talk about the 40 Day Fast for Gaza. He talks with Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Governor Hochul is pushing New York to heavily invest in an expansion of nuclear power. Not only has she directed the NY Power Authority to build a nuclear plant but now she has proposed extending former Governor Cuomo's controversial bailout of 4 old upstate nuclear power plants, with an additional price tag of as much as $30 billion. Anne Rabe of Don't Waste NY talks to Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea speaks with Anne Rabe of Don't Waste NY about nuclear power in New York. Then, we go to NATURE Lab where Jade Warrick is working with a youth group to paint the ramp and railing inspired by nature. Later on, retired National Weather Service Meteorologist Hugh Johnson joins us for a weekly talk about weather and climate. After that, we have Everybody Moves our weekly series that profiles the migration stories of members of our community. Finally, we hear about creative placemaking by Barrio Alegria.

At a recent meeting of the Rensselaer County Legislature, residents from Brunswick and Troy pleaded for relief from the escalating quality-of-life issues stemming from unchecked development along the Hoosick Road Corridor. The forum centered around a resolution sponsored by the Democratic Minority Office, urging the Town of Brunswick to enact a moratorium on future development until critical concerns—ranging from traffic congestion and neighborhood disruption to safety, noise, and light pollution—are meaningfully addressed. Local resident Mary Ellen Adams talks to Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

The Activated Artist Fest is a grassroots-powered festival that brings together artists, educators, performers, and cultural workers to explore how art can move hearts, spark dialogue, and mobilize change. This Fest is the annual gathering of the organization Create A Space NOW. Hettie Bernhill, founder and artistic director of Create A Space NOW talks with Sina Basila Hickey and Mark Dunlea.

The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) has proposed a significant reduction in funding for the Empower+ program, which aims to assist low- and moderate-income households with energy efficiency upgrades. The proposed budget cut from $220 million to $80 million in 2027 has raised concerns among advocates and lawmakers, especially as the program has been a key tool in helping families manage their energy needs. Michael Hernandez of Rewiring America talks about the program with Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea brings us coverage on The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority's proposal for a significant reduction in funding for the Empower+ program. Then, Jacob Boston sits down with Hudson Valley Community College Writing Professor Rachel Bornn to talk about The Art of Teaching. Later on, Atlas Seres talks to Tony Ladiccico of Albany Center Gallery about the plans for the new gallery location. After that, HMM goes back to summer camp, where Jacob Boston and Sina Basila Hickey talked to kids at the camp about water safety and their favorite camp activities. Finally, we indulge these summer vibes with a story about solar boating. Co-hosts: Jacob Boston & Sina Basila Hickey Engineer: Jalaya Reid

President Trump's call for Texas to gerrymander its Congressional district lines to help the GOP has prompted other states to take similar action. While Governor Hochul is pushing to change the state constitution to allow for new district lines, it could not take effect until 2028, with good government groups opposing it. Blair Horner of NYPIRG talks with Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, we introduce you to the new Executive Director of The Sanctuary for Independent Media, Ren Lee. Then, Willie Terry shows us a labor segment of the New York State Nurses Association town hall meeting from January of this year. Later on, Mark Dunlea talks with Blair Horner of the New York Public Interest Research Group about redistricting. After that, Grace Zahm interviews Cam Cardinale, president of the rural advocacy group Lower Adirondack Pride. Finally, we have a conversation from All Of Us on What Is Black August. Co-hosts: Khin & Neya Engineer: Jalaya Reid

The state Department of Transportation released its final study examining the possibilities for reimagining Interstate 787. The study lays out five options with the cost ranging from $2.8 to $6 billion. One option rejected was sinking the elevated highway into a tunnel. The release of the study allows for the start of a two-year environmental review process for future projects along the nine-mile highway corridor. The recent state budget allocated $40 million for the review. The project could take up to 9 years. Jodi Smits Anderson of the ALbany Riverfront Collaborative talks to Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Magazine about the project. You can read Jodi's recent blog on the topic at https://2bgreener.com/?p=4950

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea reports about the state's report on reimagining the 787 corridor. Then, John Amidon discusses the 27th Annual Kateri Peace Conference on Aug 22 to 23. Later on, on Armao on the Brink, Rosemary explores Trump's communication style. After that, we have a story on the Borscht Belt, a Catskill Mountains haven for generations of Jewish Americans. Finally, Hettie Barnhill of Create a Space NOW will join us to talk about the Activated Artist Fest coming to Proctors in Schenectady this weekend. Co-hosts: Mark Dunlea & Benno Greene Engineer: Jalaya Reid

The 27th Annual Kateri Peace Conference in Fonda NY on August 22-23 will focus on Palestine and Israel: Tragedy, Trauma, Truth and Compassion. The keynote speech will be by Phyliss Bennis, who will talk on "Genocide in the Time of Monsters." Conference organizer John Amidon talks to Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Magazine. https://www.kateripeaceconference.org/

When Miko Peled, an Israeli-American human rights activist, spoke about "What's Next for Palestine?" at the Bethlehem Public Library in December 2023, the uproar from local supporters of Israel prompted the library to impose a year long ban on Bethlehem Neighbors for Peace, the sponsors of his talk. Miko spoke at the Green Party national meeting on August 2. He is introduced by Dr. Jill Stein, the recent presidential candidate. Miko Peled's full speech can be viewed on the Green Party youtube channel. This is Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine. https://youtu.be/U1cf673RndI?feature=shared

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, Mark Dunlea's coverage on Miko Peled's visit to the Bethlehem Public Library in Troy NY. Then, Caelan McPherson sat down with the Director and Assistant Director of St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry to discuss volunteering at a food pantry, and the overall importance of food pantries. Later on, Retired National Weather Service meteorologist Hugh Johnson joins us for our weekly look at climate and his weather forecast. After that, we have everybody Moves, our weekly series that profiles the migration stories of members of our community. Finally, with Grace Zahm reporting we hear from Spencer, New York Town Supervisor Allen Fulkerson as he provides insight on the political dynamics of the community Co-hosts: Sean Bernyk & Jacob Boston Engineer: Jalaya Reid

Iridian Riccobono Lucas of the Columbia County Sanctuary Movement talks with Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Magazine as to why groups want the NYS Legislature to come back in special session to deal with critical issues such as immigration rights (e.g., New York for All) and shortfalls in programs such as health care due to federal budget cuts.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea interviews Iridian Riccobono Lucas about the push for a NYS legislature special session. Then, Willie Terry speaks with Ta-Seam Murdock about their years of service to the Albany community. Later on, "Without Walls," a program of the Center for Disability Services, visits the Sanctuary. After that, we have a live interview with Willa Ferrer from the blue mountain center. Finally, Hannah Rowe talks about being a neurodivergent healer and the power of journaling. Hosted by Khin and Cricket, engineered by Marrow