Marcy Velte
Bethlehem Reporter
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Marcy Velte is currently the Bethlehem area reporter with Spotlight Newspapers and previously was a general assignment reporter for the Daily Gazette in Schenectady. Marcy is a recent graduate of the journalism program at the State University of New York at New Paltz, where she helped to form the school's first online magazine "The Little Rebellion." While in college, Marcy interned with "The Legislative Gazette," a weekly newspaper covering state government from inside the Capitol, where she focused on education.
Recent Stories
Event aims to build futures
Construction Career Days link students with job opportunities
Students from schools across the Greater Capital District watched in admiration as skilled tradespeople and professional operators demonstrated their industry knowledge at the 11th annual Capital District Construction Career Days.
Anything but ‘the usual’
Local man’s book examines 48 local diners and their culture
Mike Engle didn’t eat a meal in a diner until he was in his 20s, but once he was brought to a “greasy spoon” he was instantly fascinated by the food and architecture of the down-to-earth eateries.
A story that needs to be told
Delmar man hopes D-Day ceremony will become an annual tradition
For the second year in a row, one Delmar resident is seeking to commemorate survivors of an historic day in World War II history that is sometimes overlooked in today’s remembrances.
The language of love
For florists, Valentine's Day is Black Tuesday
For generations, flowers have been a symbol synonymous with love and devotion.
Guilderland salon caters to kids
Snip-Its started as purveyor of haircuts for special needs kids
A new hair care salon for children was recently opened in Guilderland by local resident Denise Deitz.
Sheriffs stump for DNA collection
Law enforcement speaks in support of Cuomo’s database expansion proposal
More than 40 members of the New York State Sheriff’s Association recently came together in Albany to support Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s proposal to expand the state’s DNA databank.
Scenic icons in peril
Local artist’s series on historical barns is meant to raise awareness of their destruction
Carole Warburton's latest exhibit at the Schenectady Jewish Community Center focuses on antiqued and vintage barns and their beauty.
The warriors of comedy
Documentary hopes to prove laughter heals all wounds
Filmmakers John Wager and Ray Reo are partnering wounded veterans with A-list comedians in their new documentary "Comedy Warriors:Healing through Humor," in hopes of showcasing the importance of laughter during the recovery process.
Alplaus Post Office to close
Residents search for ways to save solvent branch
Concerned Alplaus residents and elected officials met on Tuesday, Nov. 15, to brainstorm ways to stop the closure of their 89-year-old post office.