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'Addiction To Murder': Horror Film Seeking Actors From Capital Region 'Addiction To Murder': Horror Film Seeking Actors From Capital Region
'Addiction To Murder': Horror Film Seeking Actors From Capital Region Ready for your close-up? Student filmmakers from Quinnipiac University are on the hunt for actors from New York’s Capital Region and Western Massachusetts to star in an upcoming production. They're looking for men and women of all ethnicities to fill lead roles in “Relentless Reflection," described as a 1980s horror short film about a lonely woman who fights a compulsive addiction to murder with her desire for human connection. “When she meets a father and daughter harboring secrets of their own, will it end, yet again, in bloodshed?” reads the project description on Backstage. Among the …

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by Michael Mashburn
Politics
Zeldin Holds Edge Over Hochul In NY's Suburbs, Among Independents In Brand-New Poll Zeldin Holds Edge Over Hochul In NY's Suburbs, Among Independents In Brand-New Poll
Zeldin Holds Edge Over Hochul In NY's Suburbs, Among Independents In Brand-New Poll Republican Rep. Lee Zeldin is narrowing the gap between his Democratic opponent, incumbent Gov. Kathy Hochul, in the race to be New York’s next governor. Hochul now leads Zeldin by just four points, 50 to 46 percent, according to a new Quinnipiac University poll of likely voters.  Earlier Report: New Polls Show Race Tightening Between Hochul, Zeldin As Debate Day Approaches While Hochul enjoys a comfortable lead in New York City, 59 to 37 percent, the race is much tighter in the suburbs, with Zeldin receiving 50 percent and Hochul receiving 49 percent, the poll found. Among their parties…

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by Michael Mashburn
Police & Fire
2 Young Women, Including 1 From NY, Killed In Boston Crash 2 Young Women, Including 1 From NY, Killed In Boston Crash
2 Young Women, Including 1 From NY, Killed In Boston Crash Two 25-year-old women, including one from New York, were killed in a multi-car pileup over the weekend after a tow truck crashed into the ride-share SUV they were riding in on I-93 in Boston, police said.  Long Island resident Delanie Fekert, of Floral Park, and Urashi Madani, of North Andover, Massachusetts, were in the passenger seats of a 2007 Lexus RX400H driving north on the interstate around 10 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 8, when the driver quickly slowed down for unknown reasons near exit 20, Massachusetts State Police said.  A trailing tow truck slammed into the back of the SUV…

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by Josh Lanier
Schools
COVID-19: University In Region To Fine, Limit WiFi To Unvaccinated Students COVID-19: University In Region To Fine, Limit WiFi To Unvaccinated Students
Covid-19: University In Region To Fine, Limit WiFi To Unvaccinated Students Students and staff at an area college will have to get vaccinated for COVID-19 before the fall semester, or else face harsh penalties. Quinnipiac University located in Hamden, in New Haven County, Connecticut, announced that it will be fining students who do not receive a vaccine, as well as exempting students who miss COVID-19 testing. Those in violation of vaccination policies will also lose access to the school’s campus network and wi-fi. Officials said that students who fail to receive a COVID-19 vaccine will be fined up to $2,275 for the semester, and unvaccinated students who fail to…

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by Zak Failla
Politics
Increasing Number Of NYers Want Cuomo To Resign, New Poll Shows; Honesty Rating Hits Record Low Increasing Number Of NYers Want Cuomo To Resign, New Poll Shows; Honesty Rating Hits Record Low
Increasing Number Of NYers Want Cuomo To Resign, New Poll Shows; Honesty Rating Hits Record Low Once at the top of the world for his handling of the height of the COVID-19 pandemic last spring, the rug has been pulled out from under Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s feet as his honesty rating crumbles and more New Yorkers are calling for his resignation with each passing day. Just months removed from an Emmy award for his daily COVID-19 briefings and publishing a book about leadership during a pandemic, support for Cuomo continues to erode as he contends with a series of virus-related and sexual harassment scandals. According to a newly released Quinnipiac University poll released this week, nearly…

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by Zak Failla
Politics
COVID-19: Here's Percentage Of Americans Who Support Biden Stimulus Bill, Raising Minimum Wage COVID-19: Here's Percentage Of Americans Who Support Biden Stimulus Bill, Raising Minimum Wage
Covid-19: Here's Percentage Of Americans Who Support Biden Stimulus Bill, Raising Minimum Wage The majority of Americans support President Joe Biden’s proposed stimulus bill, as well as raising the national minimum wage to $15, according to a newly released Quinnipiac University poll. With millions of Americans struggling financially due to the COVID-19 outbreak, the bulk of those polled were in favor of anything that will put more cash in their pockets during the pandemic. Related story - COVID-19: Here's Who's Expected To Qualify For Third IRS Stimulus Check A total of 1,075 American adults nationwide were surveyed from Thursday, Jan. 28 through Monday, Feb. 1.  Ne…

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by Zak Failla
Schools
COVID-19: School Districts Given Deadline To Submit Reopening Plans To State COVID-19: School Districts Given Deadline To Submit Reopening Plans To State
Covid-19: School Districts Given Deadline To Submit Reopening Plans To State The clock is ticking for school districts in New York to figure out their plans on keeping students and staff safe if they reopen in the fall amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. State officials have mandated that school districts must have a plan in place that includes social distancing, hybrid learning options, and other intangibles if they plan to potentially reopen in September as New York recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic. Some districts have even looked into testing students and staff for the virus upon their arrival at school buildings. The New York State Education Dep…

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by Zak Failla
Lifestyle
COVID-19: Here's Percentage Of People Who Think It'll Be Safe To Go Back To School In Fall COVID-19: Here's Percentage Of People Who Think It'll Be Safe To Go Back To School In Fall
Covid-19: Here's Percentage Of People Who Think It'll Be Safe To Go Back To School In Fall While the country has started coming out on the other side of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, a large amount of Americans still don’t believe schools will be safe to reopen come the fall, according to a new poll. A newly released Quinnipiac University poll found that approximately half of 1,323 voters polled nationally between Thursday, May 14, and Monday, May 18 felt that way. The poll found that 50 percent of voters said they do not think it will be safe to send students of any age back to school in September, against 43 percent who believe it will be safe. Eight percent said…

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by Zak Failla
Lifestyle
COVID-19: Poll Shows How Many Say Pandemic Has Had Impact On Their Mental Health COVID-19: Poll Shows How Many Say Pandemic Has Had Impact On Their Mental Health
Covid-19: Poll Shows How Many Say Pandemic Has Had Impact On Their Mental Health Americans are split about whether or not the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has had an impact on their mental well being, according to a new poll. A newly released Quinnipiac University survey of 1,323 voters found that 49 percent of Americans polled believe that the pandemic has had a negative impact on their mental health, with 50 percent saying it has not. One percent said they didn’t know if their mental health has been impacted. Of those polled, 49 percent of those who believed it has impacted their mental health were registered Democrats, while 34 percent were Republican. Fif…

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by Zak Failla
Lifestyle
COVID-19: Poll Shows How Many Are 'Very Concerned' Economy Will Fall Into Depression COVID-19: Poll Shows How Many Are 'Very Concerned' Economy Will Fall Into Depression
Covid-19: Poll Shows How Many Are 'Very Concerned' Economy Will Fall Into Depression Some Americans are “very concerned” that local, state, and national economies could fall into an economic depression as the country begins to recover from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis. A Quinnipiac University poll of 1,323 voters conducted between Thursday, May 14, and Monday, May 18 found that about four in 10 voters (42 percent) say they are “very concerned the economy will fall into a depression. The poll also determined that 39 percent are “somewhat concerned,” 11 percent are “not so concerned,” and 8 percent are “not concerned at all.”  According to the Asian Developme…

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by Zak Failla
Lifestyle
COVID-19: Poll Shows How Many Think It's Safe To Go Restaurant, Barber/Salon, Clothing Store COVID-19: Poll Shows How Many Think It's Safe To Go Restaurant, Barber/Salon, Clothing Store
Covid-19: Poll Shows How Many Think It's Safe To Go Restaurant, Barber/Salon, Clothing Store With states beginning to slowly reopen their economies amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis, most Americans are still exercising extreme caution as businesses open their doors. A new Quinnipiac University poll of 1,323 Americans nationwide between Thursday, May 14, and Monday, May 18 gauged what is going to be considered “new normal” due to the COVID-19 outbreak. The poll found that 75 percent of voters believe the country should take a slow approach to reopen, even if it has a negative impact on the economy.  However, 21 percent are emphasizing the economy over public health,…

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by Zak Failla
Lifestyle
COVID-19: Poll Shows When Most Area Residents Think It Will Be Safe To Lift Stay-At-Home Orders COVID-19: Poll Shows When Most Area Residents Think It Will Be Safe To Lift Stay-At-Home Orders
Covid-19: Poll Shows When Most Area Residents Think It Will Be Safe To Lift Stay-At-Home Orders Tristate area residents believe it could be weeks, if not months, before their states lift “stay at home orders,” during the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, according to a new poll of nearly 3,000 people. A newly released Quinnipiac University poll of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut residents found that approximately 38 percent believe the order will be lifted in a few weeks, while nearly 60 percent believe it will take months or longer. The poll also found that approximately 75 percent of those polled think that there needs to be more testing in their state before officials lif…

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by Zak Failla
Schools
COVID-19: Quinnipiac University Cuts Faculty, Staff Salaries COVID-19: Quinnipiac University Cuts Faculty, Staff Salaries
Covid-19: Quinnipiac University Cuts Faculty, Staff Salaries Faculty and staff at Quinnipiac University in Hamden, Connecticut will be seeing their salaries temporarily cut as a result of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. The reductions, between 3 percent and 5 percent depending on salary level, will start Starting on April 1 and last until June 30. The salary cuts also affect administrators and President Judy Olian. “The far-reaching disruptions caused by Covid-19 have resulted in significant additional expenses for our university and lost revenues from programs that were canceled," Oilan wrote in an email to staff members on Monday, …

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by Joe Lombardi