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Saturday, March 28th, 2026
Good morning, Schenectady. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Capital Region Flower & Garden Expo supports Wildwood programs this weekend at the McDonough Sports Complex at Hudson Valley Community College as a portion of each ticket sale funds local services. Visitors can also explore Wildwood’s new sensory room for a quiet space. WNYT
- ➤ Wildwood Programs employs over 700 direct support professionals who help people with developmental disabilities live more independent lives through housing, activities, & day-to-day support during Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month in the Capital Region. CBS 6 Albany
- ➤ The Regional Food Bank will distribute $1 million in state funds to 700 pantries, shelters and soup kitchens on April 1 to help ease food insecurity in the area. The move is part of a $65 million plan (secured last fall) to support hunger relief. CBS 6 Albany
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Duanesburg school leaders are working to rebuild trust after Superintendent Kimberly Ross’s remarks on student apathy sparked backlash at a recent board meeting, where she apologized and the district promised to change its media communications. WNYT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ New York State launched the 'Drop the Vape' campaign (a free text-based program for quitting vaping) to help youth reduce nicotine addiction. Digital ads and online resources support the effort through April 26. CBS 6 Albany
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Local business owners Sarah Lynn Prince and Christian Bidwell (of Dirt and Decor and Empire Water Gardens) met while collaborating at the Flower & Garden Expo and their design projects grew into love, with their Teal House greenhouse display featured at this weekend’s expo as part of their wedding story. WNYT
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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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Scotty McCreery Concert
7-10 p.m. — Proctors — Ticket price varies — Enjoy a night of country music with Scotty McCreery, a celebrated artist with deep roots in the genre.
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