Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of January.
Good morning, Schenectady.
🏘️ Community
The College will host a public burial in the spring for a partial human skull believed to be from a young woman killed in the 1690 massacre, working with representatives from Vale Cemetery + First Reformed Church to honor one of the city's earliest victims.
🚧 Accidents
Via Aquarium closed temporarily on Monday after a minor electrical fire occurred behind the scenes at its exhibit (no animals or staff were injured); officials will inspect the facility before it reopens.
Woodlawn Elementary closed on Tuesday, Jan.
27 after a water main break disrupted service in the Woodlawn community (officials are assessing repairs) and plans to restore water are underway.
💼 Business
Sweet Sprig now operates in a larger downtown space, offering all-natural soaps, dried flowers, herbs and classes as part of owner Leah LaFera's expansion plan.
The new location aims to serve the community with a unique retail experience.
🎭 Culture
The Knot announced its 2026 Best of Weddings winners—14 Capital Region venues received honors.
Notable winners include the Inn At Erlowest near Lake George and Full Moon Resort near Big Indian.
🏛️ Government
Governor Hochul announced Amtrak will restore the full Empire Service to New York Penn Station and Albany-Rensselaer in early March (after tunnel work led to service cuts affecting nearly three million riders each year).
Metro-North plans for service to Grand Central will not move forward.
🎉 Schenectady Events
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Wildside: A Tribute to Motley Crue
5-11 p.m. — Frog Alley Brewing — Check for ticket details — Rock out to the nation's premiere Motley Crue tribute band with Remember Tomorrow.
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