Tuesday, November 19th, 2024
Good morning, Schenectady. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Capital Roots and Schenectady Greenmarket receive $848,737 in USDA grants to support local food programs and promote access to locally-grown produce in underserved communities. News10 ABC
- ➤ Schenectady, N.Y. introduced its first 'Child With Autism' street sign, spurred by a mother's request to enhance the safety and awareness for her son and other children with autism. News10 ABC
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A charity executive in Duanesburg has been charged with criminal mischief for allegedly defacing a pro-Trump sign with swastikas, sparking a broad condemnation and highlighting the tension surrounding political discourse. The Daily Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Two historic General Electric buildings in Schenectady have been added to the New York State Register of Historic Places and are nominated for the National Register. The Daily Gazette
- ➤ Schenectady Winter Village is inaugurating this Friday, heralding the holiday season with festive attractions. CBS 6 Albany
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Schenectady City Council has approved increased fees for traffic violations and is considering additional charges for excess trash to boost city revenue. The Daily Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The New York State Department of Health's recent inspections from November 11 to November 15 reveal various violations in Capital Region food service establishments, ranging from critical to non-critical and some with no violations. News10 ABC
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A new professional sports team will be hosted at Armory NY Studios in Schenectady, with official details to be announced. The Daily Gazette
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