Today
in Schenectady
Thursday, October 9th, 2025
Good morning, Schenectady. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Schenectady veteran Michele Johnson—a dedicated U.S. Army veteran and mental health advocate—will be honored with the Veteran Service Award from SUNY Empire State University, with the ceremony to be held in the near future. The Daily Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A replica of the historic Seneca Chief boat will visit Schenectady on Oct. 14 as part of the Erie Canal Bicentennial celebration—marking the canal's 200th anniversary of its first voyage. The Daily Gazette
- ➤ Baye & Asa, an award-winning New York City dance team, will visit Union College on October 29 to lead a combined dance and theatre class and offer a free film screening with discussion, then teach additional classes and hold a dialogue with Miranda Fellows at Skidmore on October 30. The residency is a joint effort by Union’s Department of Theatre and Dance and Skidmore’s Dance Department to bring innovative movement art to the Capital Region. Union College
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Dozens gathered at the Capitol on Wednesday to urge Governor Hochul to sign the Medical Aid in Dying Act that passed in June and must be decided by December 31. Supporters say many doctors and New Yorkers back the law while critics like the Catholic Conference oppose it — the Governor has not yet responded. CBS 6 Albany
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Tom Rush Concert
7:30-11:30 p.m. — GE Theatre at Proctors — Tickets from $95 — Experience an unforgettable night with legendary performer Tom Rush.
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The Thorn
7-8:30 p.m. — Proctors Theatre — Tickets start at $159 — Experience an unforgettable performance at Proctors Theatre in Schenectady.
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Saratoga Fall Festival
12-3 p.m. — Jacob & Anthony's American Grille — Free entry — Celebrate fall with music, games, and delicious food in a festive atmosphere.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
If you do what is easy, your life will be hard. If you do what is hard, your life will be easy.
~ Les Brown
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