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in Schenectady
Saturday, March 7th, 2026
Good morning, Schenectady. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Capital Region students can buy prom dresses for $9.95 today from 4 to 8 p.m. at Proctors Key Hall as part of 99.5 The River’s Pay Less for the Dress event that benefits The Proctors Scholarship Fund and Girls, Inc. CBS 6 Albany
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Owner Angela Moses of Holy Moses Tavern in Gansevoort raised menu prices after a $1,900 National Grid bill in February—$800 above January's—forced the change as higher delivery and supply costs increased expenses. WNYT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Union College sent a winter update noting its 231st birthday celebration, athletic highlights in basketball and hockey, and plans for ReUnion 2026 in May plus admissions events in Westchester, Boston, and Princeton. The update highlighted the college’s enduring spirit (resilience and innovation) as it heads toward spring. Union College
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Hochul announced over $15 million for 13 workforce training projects across New York today. The grants will train more than 5,700 workers in construction and advanced manufacturing. CBS 6 Albany
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Karen Russo, a Mechanicville resident with nemaline myopathy, received her fully accessible van today after community fundraising raised $33,000 + support when insurance declined modifications; she expressed thanks as the van helps restore her independence. WNYT
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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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