Good News Stories for Monday 7/22
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Pete Kelly
Monday, July 22nd, 2024 8:06am
A massive helium reservoir has been discovered in Minnesota. Helium is a rare resource which is used in many important engineering and technological fields. The initial concentration of helium was estimated at 0.3%, which at the time was considered "mind-boggling", but after further tests it's closer to 15%! Read more about it here! (Good News Network)
Crowdfunding led by YouTuber MrBeast raised over $30 million for an ocean cleanup project, which removed over 34 million pounds of trash from beaches, rivers and oceans! 172,263 volunteers over 73 countries contributed towards the cleanup efforts. Check out the story in the video below!
Scientists have developed a way to use whey protein to recover gold from old electronics, which will drastically reduce the cost of recycling electronics! Recycling electronics has always been costly, however the value of the gold recovered is 50 times higher than the costs of this new style of recycling. Read more here! (Good News Network)
The Latest
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Abercrombie & Fitch is Coming Back to the Capital RegionThe new store is expected to open in 2027
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UPDATED: Missing 7 Year Old's Body Has Been FoundAuthorities have updated the missing child's name, height and weight.
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Glenville Hockey Player is Going to the ProsTommy Bleyl was the #31 pick in the NHL Draft on Friday.
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Everything to Know for Albany's 4th of July CelebrationThe best food, the best entertainment, the best fireworks and the biggest celebration of America is ready to go at the Empire State Plaza in Albany!
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Wolf Road Hooters Closes, Leaving New York Without A LocationThe Colonie location had been open for 15 years
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Is This Popular Restaurant Actually Coming To The Capital Region?It would seem that the short answer is "YES"
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Wheel of Fortune Live Coming to AlbanyIt's your chance to spin the wheel and buy a vowel
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Music Mogul Clive Davis has DiedThe man behind some of music's biggest stars has passed away at age 94
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Hero Dog Saves Guilderland Family from FireQuick thinking canine may have prevented a tragedy
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Weather Alert: Tornado Watch Now in Effect Across the Capital RegionHere's what you need to know
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Cheap Tickets for SPAC Shows? One of the Best Deals is BackHere's a complete list of shows eligible for the deal
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2026 20 Outstanding Women Photo GalleryCheck out our highlight's from our 2026 Outstanding Women Award and Celebration
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Albany/Capital Region Alzheimer's Community Conference
Join us for a free Alzheimer's Association conference featuring local experts discussing Alzheimer's research, caregiving, and long-term planning.
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Saratoga ADHD & Trauma Healing Meet-upThis peer-led support group is a safe and welcoming space for adults living with ADHD and the lasting effects of trauma.
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Santana & The Doobie BrothersTwo legendary rock acts are coming to the Saratoga Performing Arts Center this summer as Santana and The Doobie Brothers bring their Oneness Tour 2026 to the st...
at Albany Med Health System at SPAC
