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in Schenectady
Friday, May 29th, 2026
Good morning, Schenectady. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A local motorcycle club held a memorial ride on May 28 in honor of Eddie Jordan from Halfmoon - the event featured a route from Clifton Park to Saratoga Springs while raising funds for the Shatekon Elementary School backpack program for local families. WNYT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ CBS6 earned four Regional Edward R. Murrow Awards for 2026 for excellence in broadcast and digital journalism, with winners advancing to the national competition later (the awards honor impactful storytelling and investigative reporting in the Capital Region). CBS 6 Albany
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On June 1 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., the American Red Cross and Stewart’s Shops will hold their annual 'Give a Pint, Get a Pint' blood drive at 2 Wellness Way in Latham. Donors will receive a voucher for a free pint of ice cream (11th year) to help boost summer donations. WNYT
- ➤ Today, the American Red Cross seeks blood and platelet donations in the Capital Region as summer trauma nears; donors get a beach towel if donating by May 31 and a $15 e-gift card (plus a chance at a $7500 gift card) for donations from June 1 to 28. CBS 6 Albany
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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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