Good morning, this is Local Pulse for Saturday, November 23, 2024. We're kicking off the day with some exciting news from our city. Today marks the 60th Annual New Rochelle Thanksgiving Parade, and we're thrilled to have 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, where he has made a significant impact through his charitable foundation[1].

Moving on to the job market, 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 just around the corner, and many businesses are gearing up for the busy period ahead. We'll keep an eye on any developments and bring you updates as they come in.

In real estate news, there haven't been any notable commercial or residential property sales in the past week. However, we do know that the city is working on several new development projects, including the revitalization of the downtown area. We'll bring you more information on these projects as they progress.

From city hall, we have some updates on decisions that affect our daily lives. The city is preparing for the holiday season, with several events and activities planned for the next few weeks. We'll make sure to keep you informed about any road closures or disruptions to services.

The weather is looking great for today's parade, with clear skies and mild temperatures expected. However, we do have a chance of rain later in the week, so make sure to check the forecast before heading out.

In new business activity, we have some exciting news from the local music scene. The Wood Theater in Glens Falls is hosting a concert featuring Billy Gilman, a former contestant on NBC's 'The Voice'. We also have several new restaurants and cafes opening up in the area, which we'll feature in our next update.

Looking ahead to the next few days, we have several community events planned, including a Thanksgiving Eve celebration with live music and local country acts. We'll also have updates on local school achievements and sports results, so stay tuned for those.

In today's crime report, we don't have any significant incidents or arrests to report from the past 24 hours. However, we do want to remind everyone to stay safe and aware of their surroundings, especially during the holiday season.

Finally, we have a feel-good community story to share with you. The Canadian Pacific Holiday Train is making its way to our area soon, bringing joy and festive spirit to our community. We'll have more information on this event in our next update.

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