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  • Which Catskill projects could share in the $10 million windfall?
  • How planned CMH changes could reshape medical care in Catskill

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Today's riddle: What did one tuna say to the other after getting caught stealing files from work? 🤔 (Answer below!)


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📰 News we're reading

• Catskill submits 19 projects for $10 million Downtown Revitalization Initiative (timesunion.com) — Catskill has submitted 19 projects competing for its $10 million Downtown Revitalization Initiative award, with decisions expected from the state in 2026. Proposals range from new affordable housing and Main Street upgrades to a Hudson River ferry dock, waterfront access, cultural venues, and a major Catskill Public Library renovation, all aimed at reshaping daily life in the village.
   

• Columbia Memorial Hospital workers concerned about transparency from Albany Med (cbs6albany.com) — Columbia Memorial Hospital staff say Albany Med isn’t being transparent about proposed cuts to beds and services, even as the hospital runs near capacity. Leadership insists CMH isn’t closing, promises no layoffs, and highlights new investment in expanding mental health care and Greene Medical Arts services in Catskill, including same-day surgeries and more specialties for local patients.
   


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  • All northbound and southbound lanes of I-87, NYS Thruway, are blocked due to a serious personal injury automobile crash, with a diversion at Exit 18 in place.
    2:58PM on Dec 9: Injury crash on I-87 northbound between exits 18 and 19 blocks all lanes with diversion off exit 18. (Nextdoor )
  • Greene Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center posted a job opening for Activities Assistant (12-8 pm) Full-Time & Driver in Catskill. Apply here.
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