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Saturday, February 14th, 2026

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Good morning, Schenectady. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of February.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Schenectady HUB, a program run by city police and community organizations, is expanding efforts to help the homeless access services for substance abuse and mental health support. The initiative will connect residents to essential local resources.  The Daily Gazette

CULTURE NEWS

  • Guptill's Roller Skating Arena, a family-run community hub since Valentine’s Day 1951, celebrates 75 years with a Saturday night event themed around the 1980s and 1990s. The rink, loved for dates + birthday parties, continues to bring generations together with cherished memories and fun.  WNYT

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Union College announced that board member Brad Karp resigned on Feb. 9 after faculty raised ethical concerns over his mention in the Epstein Files (Karp Hall is not linked to him). President Kiss said board responsibilities will be reassigned among existing legal staff.  Concordiensis
  • Union College held a town hall on Feb. 9 where President Elizabeth Kiss (pronounced Quiche) answered student questions on revenue challenges, dining and staff changes, and plans to boost alumni engagement. She will host open office hours on Feb. 16 in Everest Lounge.  Concordiensis

SPORTS NEWS

  • Larry & Nancy Feldman from Niskayuna recalled watching the historic Miracle on Ice hockey game in Lake Placid on Feb. 22, 1980 when the American college team faced Soviet professionals. They later recovered autographed memorabilia and conserved ticket stubs from the game.  WNYT

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 2/21/26

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  • 2026 College Curling National Championship

    Mar 12-15 — Schenectady Curling Club — Check website for details — Experience the excitement of collegiate curling as teams compete for the national title.

    Thu, 3/12/26

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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