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in Schenectady
Saturday, February 7th, 2026
Good morning, Schenectady. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local Code Blue shelters in Schenectady remain at capacity amid the extreme cold, and officials urge those on the streets to seek warmth. Police outreach and community donations (like coats and blankets) help keep services running as winter conditions persist. CBS 6 Albany
- ➤ The Rotterdam Senior Center will partially reopen on Monday, Feb. 9 as officials expect a full reopening within two weeks. The Daily Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Union College invites alumni from the Class of 1976 to share cherished memories via email as it commemorates fifty years of campus milestones (from cultural events to historic visits). The college plans to feature alumni recollections on its social media channels. Union College
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Kathy Hochul signed the Medical Aid in Dying Act on Friday to allow terminally ill New Yorkers to choose a peaceful death with strict safeguards. The law will take effect Aug. 5 and requires eligible residents to meet criteria including residency and mental evaluations. CBS 6 Albany
- ➤ National Grid warned customers on Friday about a rise in scam attempts. The utility advises local residents and businesses to verify communications through official channels. CBS 6 Albany
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ With dangerously cold weather expected, Mohawk Hudson Humane Society urges locals to bring outdoor cats indoors or provide insulated shelters. They warn that two cats already suffered frostbite (losing part of their ears) and advise checking on stray animals. WNYT
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Wildside: A Tribute to Motley Crue
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