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in Schenectady
Saturday, May 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Schenectady. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 23rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Four dogs, including puppies Dune and Cocoapuff (found May 21), were abandoned in Central Park and are now receiving care at MHHS while Animal Control and Police investigate the incident and encourage owners facing hardship to seek help. WNYT
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices are above $4 a gallon at local pumps ahead of Memorial Day weekend, with stations such as USA Gas in Ballston Spa listing prices at $4.10 cash while others reach $4.60. Many drivers say the higher costs are causing them to adjust travel plans & cut back on trips. CBS 6 Albany
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Bellevue Woman’s Center will add four midwives this fall with an $800,000 grant from the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation to fill a longstanding gap in midwifery care. The center will continue to offer OB-GYN services to support women's health in Niskayuna. 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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Marcus King Band Live Performance
7-9:30 p.m. — Frog Alley Brewing — Tickets available — Experience the dynamic sounds of Marcus King, a 25-year-old guitar prodigy blending rock and soul.
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The Wood Brothers Live
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Frog Alley Brewing — Ticket pricing varies — Experience the heartfelt sounds of The Wood Brothers as they showcase their songs and community spirit.
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