Trishna Begam
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Albany, NY, United States
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Local gym breaks barriers to build stronger community
Fitness comes easy to few of us, and the challenge of finding a routine to meet your needs can be even greater for people in the special needs community. A gym in Clifton Park is determined to change that and empower people while making fitness accessible for people of all abilities. → Read More
Old computers get new life thanks to retired General Electric engineers
In a hyperconnected world, living without a computer can make everything harder to do in daily life. Yet, that is the reality some families face in the Capital Region. The Eflun Computer Rehab in Schenectady is trying to change that by closing the digital divide one refurbished computer at a time. → Read More
Going inside the real homes of HBO’s ‘Gilded Age’
From the outside, the line of historic homes along Troy’s Third Street look modest. The townhouses were built at the turn of the 19th Century. Once you step inside Bill and Sue Comiskey’s home the elaborate details and decor magnify its rich history from 1885 and transport you back in time. → Read More
Hurdles of providing mental health resources at schools
Focus on school building security has been paramount following mass shooting incidents like the Texas Elementary school tragedy. The attention is also shifting to the mental health resources available throughout school districts. → Read More
How to talk to your kids about Texas school shooting
Some parents will have to answer difficult questions about the elementary school shooting in Texas. The conversation for each family will sound different around the dinner table. → Read More
Parents turn to social media to search for baby formula
Finding baby formula has become like a hunt for buried treasure. Desperate parents across the Capital Region are continuing to turn to social media to find the goods. → Read More
Local doctor’s recommendations for extreme heat
A sudden change in temperature can be dangerous for people who are unused to the heat and at risk for heat exhaustion or heatstroke. → Read More
PODCAST: On The Story with Trishna Begam: Nocturnal Cookies
Nocturnal Cookies is a local cookie delivery service in the Albany area. They deliver freshly baked cookies to your doorstep. This week Wendy Wright discusses how she came up with the idea for the Albany market, how she started her own business with limited knowledge of running a small business and the pandemic related roadblocks […] → Read More
PODCAST: On the Story with Trishna Begam: Bare Blends
Annie Berdar is this week’s guest. She is the co-founder and creator of Bare Blends smoothie bar. Annie’s path to starting up her own company was a unique one. She went to school in the Capital Region for molecular biology and chemistry with the intention of pursuing a career in medicine. The future held another […] → Read More
PODCAST: On The Story with Trishna Begam: COVID testing confusion
ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — Episode 39 of On The Story with Trishna Begam features Tom LaPorta from St. Peter’s Hospital. LaPorta is the Microbiology Line Manager at the hospital and helps us understand the fundamental differences between PCR testing and rapid testing. He also breaks down why one test is more accurate, and when to […] → Read More
PODCAST: On the Story with Trishna Begam: Omicron
Dr. Tomoko Udo, an Associate Professor at Department of Health Policy, Management, and Behavior, School of Public Health, University at Albany joins me for a discussion about the Omicron variant, what is known about the variant, and what researchers are still trying to find out. → Read More
PODCAST: On the Story with Trishna Begam: NAMI Alliance on Mental Illness
Episode 33: NAMI The Mental Health Alliance ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — Wendy Burch, the Executive Director of NAMI in New York State, the National Alliance on Mental Illness discusses the challenges in the mental health community, how to get help, and the resources needed to reach more people. Wendy was featured in part of a […] → Read More
PODCAST: On the Story with Trishna Begam: Forest Park Cemetery
Episode 32: Forest Park Cemetery Lydia Kulbida discusses her special report on Forest Park Cemetery, why the cemetery is open to the public one day a year, and where its scary reputation originated from online. → Read More
PODCAST: On the Story with Trishna Begam: The Organ Trail
Episode 31: The Organ Trail ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — Mark Scotch, 65, of Wisconsin is biking the “Organ Trail” to raise awareness about kidney disease, living donors, and how he maintains an active lifestyle with one kidney. In episode 31, Mark shares why he decided to donate one of his kidneys after a chance encounter […] → Read More
Candidate for Gloversville mayor talks the issues with NEWS10
On November 2nd, voters in Gloversville will decide whether to re-elect Vincent Desantis as mayor or choose republican William Rowback, Jr. → Read More
PODCAST: On the Story with Trishna Begam: Apple Picking
Episode 30 : Apple Picking Michael Basedow is a tree fruit specialist with Cornell Cooperative Extension and works with the Eastern New York Commercial Horticulture Program. An apple expert, he discusses everything you need to know about apple picking this season including how this year’s crop is doing, the best varieties, which are best to […] → Read More
PODCAST: On the Story with Trishna Begam: Fall Foliage Report
Episode 29: Fall Foliage Report Fall Foliage season is here. Eric Sheffel from Empire State Development joins me to discuss how I LOVE NY puts together their Fall Foliage Maps. You can find the maps and the interactive resource Eric discusses at the link below. I LOVE NY My 2nd guest is Fred Breglia of […] → Read More
PODCAST: On the Story with Trishna Begam: PFOA Settlement
Episode 28: PFOA Settlement (NEWS10) — In 2015 the residents of Hoosick Falls discovered their drinking water was contaminated by a nearby manufacturing facility with a toxic chemical known as PFOA. This month, residents received news that a settlement has been reached in a class action lawsuit with the manufacturing companies about the effects of […] → Read More
PODCAST: On the Story with Trishna Begam: Sleep
Episode 26: Sleep (NEWS10) — Episode 26 features an interview with Dr. Boris Medarov whose expertise is in sleep disorders. Dr. Medarov works with patients at Albany Medical Center’s Sleep Clinic. In this episode, Trishna talks about common sleep problems, how to get better sleep, and healthy sleep habits we should consider. → Read More
PODCAST: On the Story with Trishna Begam: Covid and Kids
Episode 25: Covid and Kids (NEWS10) – Two local pediatricians, Dr. Jeena Madden of St. Peter’s Health Partners and Dr. Jim Saperstone with Community Care Physicians, discuss the new Delta variant of COVID, the impact on children, the risks of hospitalization, and what needs to happen in order for schools to reopen safely. → Read More