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Sajina
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journalist. I do audio and data, currently @wamc prev @klcc @nyreviewofarch and @milkstreetradio
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Albany Mayor Dorcey Applyrs wants to revive Albany's night life. In the signing of her first executive bill, Applyrs says she's looking into Ambassadors Programs to enhace safety for nightlife goers. My piece for @wamcradio.bsky.social

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Applyrs eyes Schenectady's hospitality program to help revive Albany's nightlife
As part of efforts to bring nightlife back into the city, Albany Mayor Dorcey Applyrs wants to expand a downtown hospitality program. WAMC’s Sajina Shrestha reports that a similar program in Schenecta...
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January 15, 2026 at 12:38 PM
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A Schenectady mother is asking for justice after a photo was sent to her where a woman is pictured stepping on her son's back in what appears to be her son's elementary school. for @wamcradio.bsky.social

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Schenectady mother calls for action after photo appears to show elementary school staff member stepping on child
The Schenectady City School District is facing scrutiny after the mother of an elementary school student made a Facebook post accusing the district of inaction after she was sent a photo of a school s...
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January 9, 2026 at 12:20 PM
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For @wamcradio.bsky.social, a local Albany look into a nationwide effort to push Avelo out of airports for their cooperation with ICE

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Advocates call for Avelo's exit from Albany's airport
Earlier this year, Texas-based Avelo Airlines began contracting with U.S Immigration and Customs Enforcement to operate deportation flights out of the United States. While there is no indication any o...
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December 23, 2025 at 12:05 PM
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Reported on a bill that will protect abuse victims from coerced debt liability for @wamcradio.bsky.social Read more here:

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Advocates and lawmakers urge Governor Hochul to sign bill protecting abuse survivors from coerced debt
Advocates and lawmakers are urging New York State governor Kathy Hochul to sign a bill making it easier for victims of domestic abuse to no longer be held liable for co-erced debt. WAMC’s Sajina Shres...
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December 17, 2025 at 8:25 PM
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read Hochul's commentary for @timesunion.com here: www.timesunion.com/opinion/arti...
December 17, 2025 at 1:23 PM
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BREAKING: in a commentary article for the @timesunion.com NY Gov. Kathy Hochul announced she will be signing the Medical Aid in Dying Bill. Read more about the bill and hear reactions from a supporter here
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Hochul to sign Medical Aid in Dying bill
Writing in the Times Union, the Democrat expressed her intent to sign legislation that allows for physician-assisted death for terminally ill patients as long as the New York State Legislature agrees ...
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December 17, 2025 at 1:17 PM
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Months after NEH and IMLS cuts, I checked in with local nonprofits to see how they're faring for @wamcradio.bsky.social

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Local nonprofits make do months after revocation of federal grants
In April, the National Endowment for the Humanities, a federal entity, rescinded several grants, citing concerns about the spending not inspiring “public confidence in the use of taxpayer funds.” Mont...
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December 17, 2025 at 10:48 AM
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your @wamcradio.bsky.social morning producer and host matching producer and host are matching today :-)
December 15, 2025 at 11:50 AM
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On the anniversary of Robert Brooks' death this week, advocates want Gov. Hochul to sign an omnibus of reform bills before the Dec 16th deadline. for @wamcradio.bsky.social

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Advocates call for prison reform on anniversary of Robert Brooks' death
On the anniversary of Robert Brooks' death, advocates in Albany called on New York Gov. Kathy Hochul to sign an Omnibus Prison Reform package.
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December 11, 2025 at 2:27 PM
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Governor Hochul is on a deadline as many bills come across her table and await her signature. One bill, focuses on combatting censorship in NYS school.

I went to a read-in at the State capitol to learn more for @wamcradio.bsky.social

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Education advocates urge Hochul to sign bill aimed at combating censorship in schools
The Freedom to Read Act is a bill that would ensure librarians across New York state can cultivate inclusive, diverse book collections as a way to fight censorship within schools. Education advocates ...
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December 11, 2025 at 2:25 PM
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My piece for @wamcradio.bsky.social on inclusionary zoning rules and the much anticipated housing audit from Albany Mayor-elect Dorcey Applyrs.
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Mayor-elect Applyrs and advocates disagree on Albany's inclusionary zoning rules
Chief City auditor and Mayor-elect Dorcey Applyrs today released findings from a much-anticipated audit on Albany’s housing needs and effective strategies for how to create the more than 1,600 units t...
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December 4, 2025 at 1:40 AM
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My conversation with a member of New York Disability Advocates for @wamcradio.bsky.social on the importance of better resources for DSPs, Direct Support Professionals who work with and care for people with intellectual disabilities.

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Disability advocates rally for better resources for Direct Support Professionals
Disability advocates from all over New York rallied at the state Capitol in mid-November, asking Governor Kathy Hochul to address their demands around providing better resources for direct support pro...
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December 1, 2025 at 12:15 PM
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they got me cheesing with the pecan pie at work 😭
wamc.org WAMC Northeast Public Radio @wamc.org · Nov 14
Newsroom Producer/Reporter Sajina Shrestha with a slice of pecan pie from the amazing Ellen Gray, who was a guest in today’s episode of #FoodFriday on Vox Pop with host Ray Graf.

Full episode: bit.ly/47YZYAo
November 20, 2025 at 1:05 PM
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i made this sick graphic highlighting one families daily walk to school and the hindrances they come across.
November 19, 2025 at 3:08 PM
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My piece for @wamcradio.bsky.social on how lawmakers and advocates are working to make crosswalks in the city of Albany safer for all pedestrians.

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Advocates and councilmember take steps on pedestrian safety in Albany
From broken signals to faded markings, crosswalks in Albany have a reputation for being unsafe and inconsistent. Now, local advocates and a councilmember are taking concrete steps to address pedestria...
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November 19, 2025 at 3:07 PM
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For context: "According to the New York State Education Department, only 18% of third graders in the district scored "proficient" in ELA, compared to the statewide average of 43%"

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November 7, 2025 at 8:23 PM
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My piece for WAMC Northeast Public Radio on how a county public library celebrated Children's Book Week throughout Schenectady City in efforts to bolster early literacy.

www.wamc.org/news/2025-11...
Children's Book Week promotes early literacy in Schenectady
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November 7, 2025 at 8:22 PM
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"even if somebody goes to jail for 15 days when they get out, they're still homeless. It's just creating a perpetual cycle for them.”

My story on aggressive solicitation for @wamcradio.bsky.social
November 6, 2025 at 9:22 PM
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Reported on by yours truly
November 4, 2025 at 10:07 PM
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Some delays in recertification have cost business owners $6000 in legal and application fees. My piece for @wamcradio.bsky.social

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New York lawmakers call for the streamlining of a recertification process for minority- and women-owned businesses
Local New York lawmakers are urging Kathy Hochul to sign legislation streamlining the recertification process for a program centering minority- and women-owned businesses in the construction industry.
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November 3, 2025 at 1:45 PM
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My first two-way at @wamcradio.bsky.social

I spoke to a Cornell researcher, Russell Weaver, about his interactive map that showcases the impact of federal decisions on New York counties.

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Interactive mapping tool showcases impact of federal decisions on New York State
Cornell University researchers recently released a mapping tool that looks at how reduced federal funding is impacting jobs and budgets across New York. WAMC’s Sajina Shrestha sat down with Russell We...
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November 3, 2025 at 1:43 PM
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A "non-spooky" Halloween piece by me!
wamc.org WAMC Northeast Public Radio @wamc.org · Oct 15
Patients’ experiences at the Bernard and Millie Duker Children’s Hospital in Albany can sometimes feel scary. However, a partnership with a Halloween store has turned things downright spooky – in the best way possible.
Costume giveaway makes pediatric care less spooky
Patients’ experiences at the Bernard and Millie Duker Children’s Hospital in Albany can sometimes feel scary. However, a partnership with a Halloween store has turned things downright spooky – in the ...
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October 30, 2025 at 12:03 PM
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Reported on by yours truly
October 30, 2025 at 12:02 PM
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My first story for @wamcradio.bsky.social
I spoke to tenants at a downtown Albany apartment complex about why they are unionizing.
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Tenants at a Downtown Albany apartment complex unionize citing poor living conditions
Residents of the Amsdell Apartments in Albany have launched a tenant union in response to what they describe as poor living conditions. WAMC’s Sajina Shrestha has details.
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October 13, 2025 at 8:02 PM
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had so much fun reporting this, makes me want to dance!
September 17, 2025 at 7:57 PM