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Wednesday, September 10th, 2025
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Good morning, Schenectady. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 10th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Schenectady Shares — a volunteer group that aids local food pantries — was named the Grand Marshal for the 2025 Schenectady County Holiday Parade, announced on Hunger Action Day. The parade will take place on November 22 and the county is holding a food drive from September 9 to October 31. CBS 6 Albany
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ 31-year-old Kyshawn Robinson pleaded guilty to burglary in a violent home invasion on State Street in Schenectady on October 24th, 2023 — a case where a resident was shot. He pleaded guilty on September 8th before Acting County Court Judge Michael Smrtic and will be sentenced on November 19th to an 11-year determinate term plus five years of supervision. CBS 6 Albany
- ➤ An Albany man admitted his role in a violent home invasion in Schenectady in October 2023 when a resident was shot—officials said. The Daily Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A vibrant new mural titled 'Rooted at Motion' will soon be unveiled on the wall of the Amtrak station lot to mark the Erie Canal's 200th anniversary. Local artist Hannah Williams, who has painted over 50 murals in 12 years, designed the artwork featuring historic trains, native plants, and GE workers — a project done in partnership with Amtrak and Electric City Barn. CBS 6 Albany
- ➤ Jasmine Thai in Rotterdam offers authentic Thai food made by a father and daughter chef duo — the family-owned restaurant serves spicy curries and savory noodles that bring a taste of Thailand to local diners. Guests can expect a genuine dining experience with flavors true to tradition — a welcome new culinary spot in our Capital Region. CBS 6 Albany
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