Today
in Schenectady
Monday, May 4th, 2026
Good morning, Schenectady. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 4th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hundreds of local residents joined the annual Crop Hunger Walk on Sunday — held rain or shine for over 40 years — to raise nearly $70,000 for food pantries addressing severe hunger. Local leaders stressed the need to boost youth access to healthy meals amid federal funding cuts. CBS 6 Albany
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Capital Region CTE seniors won gold at the New York State Thruway Cup welding contest this weekend in Schenectady. They demonstrated precise skills against top competitors from across the region. CBS 6 Albany
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Department of Environmental Conservation has announced its new Hunter Achievement Awards program to honor hunters and trappers who use legal methods to harvest game and promote conservation. Hunters must submit entries within 30 days after their season closes. CBS 6 Albany
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NYSWA Annual Golf Tournament
8 a.m.-5 p.m. — Orchard Creek Golf Club — Entry fees apply — Participate in a day of golf and networking at the NYSWA's Annual Tournament.
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4th Annual Mayfly Film Festival
8 PM – 2 AM — J Square (Jay Street Park) — Free entry — Enjoy an inspiring evening of short films focused on environmental issues from around the globe.
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