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Building Up Troy: A three-part series

dcecelia — Sat, 02 Apr 2011 02:33:42 +0000

The “Building Up Troy” series, which looked at a recent increase in development within the city, spanned three days and included multimedia components like photos, video and a map mashup. The goal of this project was to take a closer look at multiple separate projects, highlighting reasons for the increased developments and the possible effects on the surrounding neighborhoods and the City of Troy.

Development projects large and small under way in Troy
The Record, March 27, 2011

Over the past year, residential, commercial and even municipal development has ramped up in the City of Troy, with a number of high profile projects already under construction and more on the way. From small businesses moving into vacant storefronts in Downtown Troy to a multi-million dollar residential development on Oakwood Avenue, city officials said the increased development activity is years in the making, and hope that the momentum will continue.

Troy’s business development a collaborative effort
The Record, March 28, 2011

Over the past few years, the City of Troy has seen increased economic development, despite economic difficulties across the state and country and stagnating growth in municipalities of similar size. According to city officials, Troy has managed to spur development in spite of these challenges by focusing on making the municipal aspect of development more efficient, working to match existing properties with the right developer and fostering an environment of cooperation between city departments internally and with other agencies.

Development projects focused ‘on all areas of Troy’
The Record, March 29, 2011

With the ongoing influx of development in the city, Troy officials are hoping to keep the momentum going with projects already going through the approval process and others that are still in the negotiation phase.

Photos

These photos were not included in the published package for this series, but can help illustrate some of the projects discussed. All photos were taken by Vic Christopher.

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Map

This map accompanied the online version of the series, showing the location of all discussed projects.

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Pictures/Video: R.K. Freedman & Sons fire

dcecelia — Sat, 05 Mar 2011 17:29:21 +0000

UPDATE – Both videos now uploaded.

Photos taken at the scene of a massive structure fire at the R.K. Freedman & Sons warehouse on Tibbits Avenue in Green Island. ~~Check back for additional videos from the scene.~~ A video from the Troy Record that I made with the help of photographer Jeff Couch is also embedded below.

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Coverage of Obama’s visit to Schenectady

dcecelia — Sat, 22 Jan 2011 03:52:20 +0000

Supporters, opponents hope that Obama’s visit will help both local, global economy

SCCC officials hope Obama’s visit lures students to its high-tech programs

Schenectady residents hope to catch glimpse of Obama

Schenectady County Community College reacts positively to Obama visit

Supporters, protesters prepare for President Obama

Jan 21, 2011 — People supporting and protesting President Barack Obama gathered on Erie Boulevard to await his arrival in Schenectady. The President made a short visit to the General Electric plant Friday. (1:03)

SCCC gathers for Obama visit

Jan 21, 2011 — Students, staff and faculty at Schenectady County Community College gather at Stockade Hall to watch President Obama’s speech. The President visited General Electric in Schenectady Friday. (0:48)