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Thursday, December 5th, 2024

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Good morning, Schenectady. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • A student in Schenectady, NY, reported being followed from a bus stop to school, prompting a search for the identified older male driver of a light blue car.  CBS 6 Albany
  • A visually impaired bike mechanic finds fulfillment in his role, contributing significantly to the maintenance of CDTA's large rental bike fleet in New York's Capital Region.  WNYT
  • Nearly 5,000 Price Chopper and Market 32 employees will receive unlimited free rides from CDTA, enhancing access to transportation.  News10 ABC

CRIME NEWS

  • Dakiem Demonia has pled guilty to a series of violent crimes in Schenectady, NY, receiving a 30-year prison sentence for rape, attempted rape, and arson.  CBS 6 Albany

EDUCATION NEWS

  • SUNY Schenectady has launched a new $158,000 esports arena to enhance student life and potentially boost enrollment by appealing to the interests in the growing video game industry.  The Daily Gazette

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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