Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 10th of May.
Good morning, Schenectady.
Union College hosted Prize Day 2026 where students were honored for excellence in academics, arts, and engineering with awards for achievements in classics, English, sciences, and more.
The event celebrated a diverse range of talents & set a positive stage for future student success.
Dani Brown ’26 and Mai Tran ’26 won top awards at Prize Day Saturday afternoon at Memorial Chapel at Union College.
Brown received the Frank Bailey Prize for service and Tran earned the Josephine Daggett Prize for conduct and character among more than 100 honors awarded to students.
On Saturday, May 9, over 100 participants joined the annual Pedal-Paddle Race at Aqueduct Park (cycling seven miles, paddling two miles, and finishing with a 5K run along local trails).
This event launched Schenectady’s Special Events Series amid cool, rainy conditions.
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.
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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