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in Schenectady
Thursday, March 19th, 2026
Good morning, Schenectady. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Sound of Music is on stage at Proctors Theatre with daily performances through Sunday, March 22. The show opened Wednesday night and celebrates the film's 60th anniversary with cast members playing iconic roles. CBS 6 Albany
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Cornell University researchers are speaking with local homeowners about why rising premiums lead many to drop flood insurance (they aim to collect personal stories to advise agencies on making coverage more equitable). CBS 6 Albany
- ➤ On Wednesday, Mar. 18, high school sophomores, juniors and seniors learned about a nearly 60-year-old SUNY program as Chancellor King and SUNY ambassadors visited the high school library to promote statewide educational opportunities. The Daily Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A snowy winter may let ticks and bugs survive this spring as deep snow insulates the ground and protects pests; experts note ticks become active when temperatures hit 50 degrees and local pest control recommends early property treatment + careful precautions. CBS 6 Albany
- ➤ A report from the NY Health Foundation shows New York veterans faced a 20-year high in suicide rates in 2023 — the rate was twice that of the general public with 167 deaths. Local agencies aim to improve support and coordination for veterans in crisis. CBS 6 Albany
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ As March Madness gets underway, bettors learned that state rules bar wagers on in-state college teams (including Siena) on legal apps, which only offer bets on games and totals. Rivers Casino confirmed the restrictions to promote responsible betting. CBS 6 Albany
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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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Drink Schenectady 2026
6-9 p.m. — miSci | Museum of Innovation & Science — $30-$65 — Celebrate New York Craft Beer Day with tastings from local craft beverage producers.
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