Today
in Schenectady
Friday, May 9th, 2025
Good morning, Schenectady. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Kelly’s Angels will host its 13th annual Mother-Lovin’ 5K on Mother's Day at Saratoga Spa State Park in support of families who lost a loved one to cancer — more than 1,200 participants are expected to run or walk starting at 9:15 a.m. on Sunday. WNYT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Broadway Joe’s pizza shop in Schenectady reopens today after an alleged drunk driver crashed into the building at about 4:30 a.m. on Wednesday — Marco Duran is charged with DWI and is due in court later this month. WNYT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Amanda Keil, co-head of Brown School, shared summer camp tips for parents as the school year ended and summer drew near. Parents may learn more about camp options by checking the school’s website + finding details on available programs. CBS 6 Albany
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ New York Attorney General Letitia James sued the U.S. Department of Transportation on May 7 to restore about $120 million reserved for electric vehicle charging projects — the suit, joined by 16 states and D.C., challenges a funding freeze that halted work on stations, including a project from a company based in Schenectady. News10 ABC
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ New data shows that parvovirus is affecting dogs in New York, with 77 cases statewide and 32 cases in Schenectady County—vaccination is the best shield against a virus that kills 91% of unassisted puppies. Veterinarians urge owners of nonvaccinated dogs to steer clear of dog parks and daycares and to watch for symptoms such as vomiting and diarrhea. CBS 6 Albany
- ➤ New York’s early intervention program is facing delays as many therapists leave, leaving children like Lucas from Niskayuna waiting over a year for vital services. State officials and lawmakers are working to fix billing and payment issues with the new EI-Hub platform—while some providers have been forced to stop offering help. News10 ABC
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~ Salvador Dali
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