Today
in Schenectady
Friday, February 27th, 2026
Good morning, Schenectady. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Mohawk Honda in Glenville has been recognized as one of the top 25 Honda dealerships nationwide with the Honda President’s Elite Award – the dealership credited strong sales and customer service for the honor, reflecting its commitment to excellence and the local community. CBS 6 Albany
- ➤ Old Brick is set to launch two new mattress-only stores in former Metro Mattress spaces with next-day delivery — it also plans to open an Ashley store at Crossgates Mall and already runs ten stores across four states. WNYT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Union College celebrated its 231st Founders Day yesterday in Memorial Chapel - the campus community heard remarks from President Elizabeth Kiss and federal magistrate judge Judith G. Dein ’76, who highlighted the college's enduring values and its role in lifelong learning. Union College
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The YWCA of Northeastern New York broke ground on its $50 million Harbor House housing project in Schenectady after nearly a decade of planning, funding and hurdles — marking a key milestone in local development. The Daily Gazette
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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.
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2026 Education Celebration Gala
5:30-11:30 p.m. — Proctors — Admission ticket required — Celebrate educational excellence with the Crystal Apple awards and support local schools.
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