Good morning, Schenectady.

The Vale Project hosted its fourth annual celebration at Vale Park on Saturday — with live music, pony rides, free food, petting zoo animals and bike repairs offered — for local families to enjoy.

The first-ever Domestic Violence Awareness Walk at Gavin Park in Wilton brought together family members of victims—attendees included the aunt of a Schenectady teen and the mother of a Saratoga woman who urged that domestic violence must be addressed.

On CBS6 Morning, National Grid’s Patrick Stella offered several tips for locals to lower cooling costs during the heat wave.

He advised checking air conditioners, replacing filters, clearing vents, switching to LED bulbs, and installing a programmable thermostat—steps that aim to improve energy efficiency and reduce electricity bills this summer.

Siena College professor Leonard Cutler said the U.S. struck several nuclear sites in Iran Saturday as part of Operation Midnight Hammer—he noted that Iran’s parliament voted Sunday morning to shut down the Straits of Hormuz, a move that may raise oil and gas prices for locals.

He said an emergency session of the United Nations Security Council will start today—critical decisions are expected soon that could affect the Capital Region.

During Dental Diversity Month, Dr. Maurice Edwards—president-elect of the New York State Dental Association—spoke on CBS6 about the dental workforce shortage and shared hiring data and graduation rates that may improve recruitment and retention in New York.

His comments signal a push to boost diversity in the dental field.

Disney's Beauty And The Beast

8 PM — Proctors — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting tale as the classic story of love and redemption comes to life on stage.

Hometown Heroes Summer Fest

2-8 p.m. — Central Park — Free entry — Celebrate local heroes with live music, food trucks, and activities for all ages.

Weekly Line Dancing Sessions

6-10 p.m. — Frog Alley Brewing — Dance lessons start at $10 — Enjoy a fun-filled evening of line dancing with lessons for all skill levels and great music.