Today
in Schenectady
Wednesday, May 7th, 2025
Good morning, Schenectady. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Tariffs have raised prices on imported flowers for events like Mother’s Day, graduations, and weddings—local growers have benefited by selling blooms at markets and to the wedding industry. Experts say that setting a budget and letting florists choose creative substitutes will help consumers get the look they want despite the price hikes. CBS 6 Albany
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ La Gioia Deli in Schenectady continues to impress locals with its authentic, family-run Italian dishes prepared from scratch—offering a true taste of tradition in every bite. CBS 6 Albany
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Hochul plans a ban on cellphones in all public, charter and BOCES elementary through high schools this fall as part of her 'More Learning, Less Scrolling' campaign — several schools already report more social interaction with similar bans. WNYT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Several candidates in Albany and Schenectady did not make the June 24 primary ballot after failing to meet state standards; the Schenectady Board of Elections invalidated petitions for candidates Porterfield and Farley due to insufficient signatures. In Albany, candidate Forbes remains on the ballot on the Working Families line—independent petitions will be accepted from May 20. WAMC
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