Today
in Schenectady
Saturday, November 2nd, 2024
Good morning, Schenectady. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Union College fraternity and football team members spent a day engaging with individuals with disabilities at Liberty ARC through games and activities. WNYT
- ➤ The Food Pantries for the Capital District's annual Fill the Truck Challenge encourages community teams to fundraise for local food pantries through the end of December to support families in need. CBS 6 Albany
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Nekie Ricks, a 31-year-old from Schenectady, has been detained on charges of drug trafficking and illegal firearm possession, with potential penalties ranging from 5 years to life imprisonment, and fines up to $1 million. CBS 6 Albany
- ➤ The partner of a Saratoga BLM co-founder claims they were assaulted by their landlord, who allegedly broke her hand and choked Figuereo during a dispute. The Daily Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Joseph Mastroianni, a candidate in the 111th district, is under investigation for allegedly replacing his opponent's political fliers with his own. News10 ABC
- ➤ A Schenectady school district employee sent a threatening letter to State Assembly candidate Joseph Mastroianni, leading to a police report and widespread condemnation from political figures. The Daily Gazette
- ➤ The Capital District Transportation Authority (CDTA) is providing free transportation to polling locations on Election Day, November 5, to facilitate voter participation in the capital region. CBS 6 Albany
- ➤ A New York bill aims to eliminate Daylight Saving Time, allowing the state to remain on standard time throughout the year, citing health benefits. News10 ABC
- ➤ Chris Tague, a Republican running for re-election in New York's 102nd State Assembly district, cites high taxes and regulations as significant challenges for small businesses. News10 ABC
- ➤ Congressman Tonko highlights the vital role of $500 million federal funds in enhancing early childhood education and infrastructure in the Capital Region. CBS 6 Albany
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Energy and persistence conquer all things.
~ Benjamin Franklin
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