Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 24th of December.
Good morning, Schenectady.
💼 Business
Market 32 and Price Chopper announced a recall for select farm-raised raw shrimp due to potential Cesium-137 contamination.
Customers who bought the items after July 11, 2025 with best-by dates in April 2027 should return them for a refund.
🎭 Culture
Disney On Ice will bring beloved characters (Mickey, Minnie, Donald and Goofy) to MVP Arena from January 1 to 4, offering interactive moments where families can see a colorful parade with acrobatics and audience engagement.
Tickets are available for this new year celebration.
📰 Economy
A $1.7 billion jackpot awaits in Wednesday’s Powerball drawing and many local players are buying tickets for a chance to win (odds 1 in 292.2 million), while smaller prizes are also available.
The live drawing is happening today and offers choices between a lump-sum payment and an annuity.
🎓 Education
Scotia-Glenville Board of Education voted Monday to keep the local elementary schools K-5, though a budget gap may affect future plans in the district.
🎉 Schenectady Events
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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.
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