Good morning, this is Local Pulse for Saturday, November 23, 2024. We're starting off the day with a big event in New Rochelle. The 60th Annual Thanksgiving Parade is happening today, kicking off at 10 am along North Avenue, from Eastchester Road to Bonnefoy Place. This year's Grand Marshal is none other than Ray Rice, a New Rochelle native and former NFL player, recognized for his community service both here and in Baltimore. The parade will feature floats, giant balloons, marching bands, and of course, Santa Claus[1].

Moving on to other local news, there's been a significant development in Chautauqua County. A group of Pennsylvania residents has filed a lawsuit against local sheriffs and a county clerk, challenging New York's Conceal Carry Improvement Act. The lawsuit argues that the state's law limiting concealed carry permits to state residents is unconstitutional and seeks to allow non-residents to apply for these permits[4].

In terms of job market updates, there haven't been any major hiring announcements or new job postings from top local employers in the past few days. However, it's worth noting that the holiday season is expected to bring a surge in temporary jobs, particularly in retail and hospitality.

On the real estate front, there haven't been any notable commercial or residential property sales or new development projects announced recently. However, with the holiday season approaching, we can expect to see some changes in the local real estate market.

From city hall, there haven't been any significant decisions affecting daily life in the past few days. However, the city is gearing up for the holiday season with various events and activities planned throughout the month.

Weather-wise, today is expected to be a crisp autumn day, perfect for outdoor activities like the Thanksgiving Parade. However, we're advised to bundle up as temperatures are expected to drop significantly by evening.

In terms of new business activity, there haven't been any major openings or closings announced recently. However, local businesses are preparing for the holiday rush with special promotions and events.

Looking ahead to the next few days, there are several community events planned. Tonight, there's a Thanksgiving Eve celebration in Glens Falls, featuring live music from local country acts[3]. Additionally, the Canadian Pacific Holiday Train will be making its way through local rails soon[5].

In local school achievements, there haven't been any significant announcements in the past few days. However, we're always proud to highlight the achievements of our local students and athletes.

On a feel-good note, the story of Ray Rice leading the Thanksgiving Parade is a testament to the community spirit that defines New Rochelle. His commitment to serving those in need, especially young people, is truly inspiring.

Finally, in today's crime report, there haven't been any significant incidents or arrests in the past 24 hours. However, we always urge our listeners to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities.

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