Thursday, November 14th, 2024
Good morning, Schenectady. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Schenectady County activates Code Blue from Nov. 11 to Nov. 15, expanding shelter hours due to forecasted below-freezing temperatures. The Daily Gazette
- ➤ The Daily Gazette in Schenectady celebrates 130 years of publishing, maintaining its legacy as a family-owned entity while adapting to changes and expansions under new leadership. The Daily Gazette
- ➤ The City of Schenectady installs its annual Christmas Tree at State and Jay Street, lighting it during the Holiday Parade on November 23, 2024. The Daily Gazette
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A motorcycle collision occurred on Central Avenue in Colonie, coinciding with a local meeting to address the road's safety after multiple deadly accidents. WNYT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Schenectady initiates its first comprehensive plan update since 2008 to guide future city development, starting with a public workshop for resident input. The Daily Gazette
- ➤ Governor Kathy Hochul requests Amtrak to halt the temporary elimination of two round trips from Albany to New York City due to construction, emphasizing the need to protect and maximally restore service for New Yorkers. CBS 6 Albany
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ NAMI collaborates with law enforcement to provide mental health crisis intervention training, emphasizing calm, compassion, and the implementation of the 988 helpline as an alternative to 911. CBS 6 Albany
- ➤ After 11 months, WellNow Urgent Care will again accept Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield as in-network insurance following successful contract negotiations. CBS 6 Albany
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The only thing that interferes with my learning is my education.
~ Albert Einstein
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