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in Schenectady
Friday, January 16th, 2026
Good morning, Schenectady. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Union College students help underprivileged youth at COCOA House in Schenectady by tutoring, playing games, and offering daily mentorship. The program will host Black History Month events and campus visits to let kids experience college life. Concordiensis
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Marcella's Appliance Center will acquire Cocca's Appliances effective Jan. 19 to boost customer service in the Capital Region (the Albany location at 158 Railroad Ave will remain open). WNYT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Pakk Hui '00, a Schenectady native, embraced music at Union – a passion that shifted his plan for medicine and led him to score films like 'Furious 7' and award-winning projects. Union College
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Union College’s Klemm Fellowship marked its 10th anniversary by offering travel programs that let students work independently abroad and learn new skills; a May event dedicated the International Programs Office conference room in honor of founders Bill and Ginny Wells (whose support made these life-changing trips possible). Union College
- ➤ Union College offered mini-term experiences abroad this past winter break, allowing students to explore cultures in Córdoba, Spain and beyond. The program provided hands-on learning to boost both academic skills and personal growth. Concordiensis
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets today announced over $2.25M will fund county and youth fairs statewide through two programs covering fairground improvements and marketing. Eligible applicants must submit project details by Dec. 31 and July 1 (respective deadlines for each grant). CBS 6 Albany
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