Wednesday, January 29th, 2025
Good morning, Schenectady. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Schenectady Community Action Program will receive $4.9 million in state funding for a new campus with apartments and a childcare center, aiming for completion in September 2027. The Daily Gazette
- ➤ Community Resource Federal Credit Union collaborates with Mission Accomplished Transition Services to donate gas cards to students, facilitating their commute to classes and training programs. WNYT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Adé Williams, a talented young violinist, will perform a free recital featuring pieces by Brahms, Schubert, and others on Jan. 31 at Memorial Chapel, highlighting CRC's commitment to supporting emerging ALAANA musicians. Union College
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ New York Governor Kathy Hochul commits over $100 million to support housing projects in Pro-Housing Communities, aiming to expand affordable housing and enhance community services. WAMC
- ➤ The Glenville Police Department is making renovations to its current facilities to meet standards for state accreditation after delaying plans for a new municipal center due to funding issues. The Daily Gazette
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