Good morning, this is Local Pulse for Saturday, November 23, 2024.

We're starting off with some exciting news from New Rochelle. Today marks the 60th Annual Thanksgiving Parade, and we're thrilled to see Ray Rice, the former NFL star, leading the parade as its Grand Marshal. Ray is being recognized for his outstanding community service, both in New Rochelle and Baltimore. The parade kicks off at 10 am on North Avenue, starting at Eastchester Road and ending at Bonnefoy Place. Expect to see floats, giant parade balloons, marching bands, and of course, Santa Claus. It's a fantastic event for the whole family, so grab a spot along North Avenue and enjoy the festivities[1].

Moving on to other local news, we don't have any major hiring announcements or significant business expansions to report today. However, it's worth noting that the holiday season is bringing some relief to grocery prices, with the cost of a ten-person meal at its lowest point since 2022, according to the American Farm Bureau Federation's annual Thanksgiving survey. This is certainly welcome news for many families planning their holiday meals[2].

In real estate news, we don't have any notable commercial or residential property sales to report today. However, it's a great time to remind everyone about the upcoming community events. Tonight, there's a Thanksgiving Eve celebration in Glens Falls, featuring live music with local country acts Whiskey Highway, Martin & Kelly, Skeeter Creek, and D. Billy Gilman from NBC's 'The Voice' will also be performing at the Wood Theater[3].

In other news, a lawsuit has been filed in the U.S. District Court in Buffalo by four Pennsylvania residents who are members of the Firearms Policy Coalition Inc. They are challenging New York's Conceal Carry Improvement Act, arguing that it violates the U.S. Constitution by not allowing non-residents to apply for concealed carry permits. This is a developing story that we'll continue to follow[4].

Looking at the weather, today is expected to be a crisp autumn day, perfect for outdoor activities like the Thanksgiving Parade. Make sure to bundle up and enjoy the festivities.

In local school achievements, we don't have any specific news to report today, but we're always proud of our local students and athletes for their hard work and dedication.

Finally, in our feel-good community story, we want to highlight Ray Rice's commitment to community service. His charitable foundation has made a significant impact in both New Rochelle and Baltimore, helping children at local hospitals, running football camps, and hosting annual school supply and toy drives. It's inspiring to see individuals like Ray making a difference in their communities.

This has been New Rochelle Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.