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Tuesday, December 3rd, 2024

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Good morning, Schenectady. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • In Schenectady County, food advocates, including lawmakers and volunteers, urge New York state to elevate funding for food assistance programs and boost the minimum SNAP benefit to address escalating food insecurity.  The Daily Gazette

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A 70-year-old man, Wayne D. Cook, died in a Schenectady house fire, caused by an explosion linked to oxygen and butane cylinders, with the incident ruled accidental.  WNYT

CRIME NEWS

  • Steven M. Mango was arrested in Saratoga County after a car chase and foot pursuit, being found with cocaine and facing several charges including a class D felony.  CBS 6 Albany
  • Two Schenectady teens were arrested for damaging a Guilderland police car with a stolen vehicle after a brief chase.  The Daily Gazette
  • A Schenectady man, Jerry N. Njoli, 24, was charged for sending indecent images and making threats towards a minor in Milton, New York.  WNYT

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Union College's historic ginkgo tree, dating back two centuries, stands as a beloved symbol of heritage and serenity for students, faculty, and visitors alike.  Union College

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • New Year's Eve Improv Celebration at The Mopco

    Celebrate the New Year with laughter and a complimentary champagne toast at The Mopco Improv Theatre in Schenectady.

    Tue, 12/31/24

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Everything should be made as simple as possible, but not simpler.

~ Albert Einstein

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