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in Schenectady
Saturday, August 30th, 2025
Good morning, Schenectady. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Schenectady man named Brenden A. Coogan burglarized a funeral home on August 28 and stole a Chevy Tahoe that was later found in Troy—he now faces felony charges including second-degree burglary and escape after police discovered his active warrants. CBS 6 Albany
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Cast members of the FLOTSAM! River Circus performed at Gateway Landing Park in Schenectady on Aug. 28 — the event was captured in 29 pictures that show their act. The Daily Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A new state law will ban smartphones and internet-connected devices from classrooms in the upcoming school year — Governor Hochul supports the measure to cut distractions. Some parents and education law experts say districts will face challenges creating policies that allow exemptions for students with medical needs or IEP requirements as schools plan to use lockable pouches or cubbies for enforcement. CBS 6 Albany
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