Good morning, Schenectady.

The bank donated $25,000 on Wednesday to five local nonprofits including Athletic Haven, The Community Hospice Foundation, Prabhuji Food Distribution, The Reading is Fun Program and Veterans Miracle Center in a Giving Tuesday event.

The donation helped Pioneer Charitable Foundation exceed $2 million in total giving.

A 21-year-old man experiencing homelessness died of hypothermia after being found outside Albany International Airport on Sunday morning; local Code Blue shelters in Troy, Albany, and Schenectady are increasing outreach as colder temperatures persist.

A Schenectady High School sophomore will receive a $10K college scholarship from a local bank (via a nonprofit donation) soon, supporting college plans in the community.

Attorney General Letitia James has urged eligible New Yorkers to check their Google Play account details for restitution from a $700M settlement covering purchases from Aug.

2016 to Sept. 2023. Payments began Dec. 2 via PayPal (or Venmo), and consumers must opt out by Feb. 19, 2026.

The Schenectady JCC shares holiday health tips today that urge residents to drink water, eat fiber-rich foods, and move regularly.

Sports and wellness director Sarah James advises keeping workouts regular and balanced meals to enjoy festive cheer and support natural detox.

Six long-vacant buildings on Hamilton Hill will be transformed into 11 affordable apartments as part of a $5.4 million project by Better Community Neighborhoods, Inc. The effort, backed by state, federal & foundation funds, is set for completion by summer 2026.

Adoption Clinic at Pet Supplies Plus

11:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Pet Supplies Plus East Greenbush — Adoption fees apply — Find your new best friend at this rescue dog adoption event.

New Year's Eve Celebration at Rivers Casino

9 p.m. — Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady — Price varies — Celebrate the arrival of 2026 with live music, dinner, and a chance to win exciting prizes.