Good morning, Schenectady.

City officials opened a $2M, 1,400-foot cycle track that links parks to downtown and the Mohawk Hudson Bike Trail, following Fehr Avenue (through Central Park, Bradley Boulevard, Vale Cemetery, and Vale Park) and featuring the county’s first exclusive bike signal while related downtown connectors are under way.

On Monday afternoon, emergency Red Cross volunteers responded to a house fire on Germania Avenue by providing financial assistance, shelter, food, clothing, and health services to nine residents (six adults and three teenagers) and remain available to assist with recovery.

Glen Sanders Mansion in Scotia will host its final patio party on Aug.

20 from 5 to 8 p.m. — the venue prepares for redevelopment into apartments and eight legacy chefs, including Danny Petrosino and Frank Tardio, will offer tastings.

GE Aerospace challenged its tax assessment for the research facility at One Research Circle in Niskayuna when it filed a petition in state court on Monday.

If approved, the company will pay significantly less in property taxes than the town currently assessed.

New York lawmakers passed a measure to simplify food expiration labels (aiming to help consumers keep safe food rather than trashing it).

The change tackles confusion over varied manufacturer dates noted by food experts.