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Training for Young Adults | Chasing the Dream

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Through programs like YouthBuild Schenectady, the Social Enterprise and Training Center prepares young adults for sustainable-wage jobs. This interstitial is part of 'Chasing the Dream: Poverty and Opportunity in America,' a public media initiative that provides a deeper understanding of the impact of poverty on American society.

Aired: 06/22/16

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Jack Shea, Keeper of the Olympic Flame

Learn of the little-known story about Lake Placid's Olympic gold medalist, Jack Shea.

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Town Hall with Congressman John Faso | Promo

Watch live on WMHT_TV, WSKG, Facebook, and wmht.org Thursday, April 13, 2017 at 8pm.

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Access to Healthy Foods | Chasing the Dream

See how Capital District programs provide access to healthy foods at an early age.

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Independent Living | Chasing the Dream

The Independent Living Center of the Hudson Valley helps individuals with disabilities.

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Independent Living | Chasing the Dream

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The Journey to Sustainability | Chasing the Dream

Schenectady Bridges assists people on the journey from poverty to sustainability.

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Encouraging Healthy Eating | Chasing the Dream

A look at regional programs that connect low-income families with fresh fruits & veggies.

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Encouraging Healthy Eating | Chasing the Dream

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Accessible Health Care | Chasing the Dream

College Hometown Pharmacy is helping to remove barriers to healthcare.

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Tomeico | Child Care Costs | Chasing the Dream

Tomeico talks about the challenges of affording child care.

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Child Care Costs | Chasing the Dream

Discussion of the challenges of affording child care.

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Child Care Costs | Chasing the Dream

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Jacquie | Minimum Wage Impact | Chasing the Dream

Jacquie, a Grill Cook at McDonalds, on the potential impact of the minimum wage increase.

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Innovation Trail | Teaching STEM at the Mohonk Preserve

Program teaches STEM skills to junior high school students in the natural environment.

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Innovation Trail | Teaching STEM at the Mohonk Preserve

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Minimum Wage Impact in New York | Chasing the Dream

Special report on the impact of the minimum wage increase in New York.

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McCall Reflects on Historic Career

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Lawmakers Leave Albany

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Abandoned cemeteries becoming a fiscal issue for towns

Abandoned cemeteries becoming an increasing problem for many municipalities.

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A 180 on Town Halls in NY19 and NY22

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Trump's Tax Returns, New GOP Leadership

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