Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of December.
Good morning, Schenectady.
🏘️ Community
Schenectady community and officials organized a surprise caravan to support Ronnie 'Rondon' Cridelle, a beloved local figure, as he prepares for chemotherapy.
🚨 Crime
Julio Duran, a 23-year-old wanted for fleeing parole on a weapons conviction, was arrested in Schenectady after a standoff with police.
A Schenectady man, previously employed by the Niskayuna Central School District, pleads guilty to charges of promoting a sexual performance by a child and is set to serve up to 14 years in prison.
A sizable police operation involving armored units, drones, and negotiators was reported in Schenectady around Paige and Mumford streets.
A Schenectady man, Elijah Lewis, pleads guilty to aggravated animal cruelty for fatally beating a puppy and is set to be sentenced to 2 years in prison, banned from owning pets for 100 years, and required to pay restitution.
🎓 Education
Scotia-Glenville's athletic director, Jamian Rockhill, is on leave amid concerns over department management, with a team of administrators temporarily overseeing athletics.
Schenectady High School will implement new safety protocols, including the installation of metal detectors costing $618,000, when students return after December break.
🏛️ Government
Schenectady will implement a new bulk item trash program starting Jan.
1, requiring residents to purchase stickers to dispose of large items, with certain items priced at $15 and others at $10.
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