Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of December.
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🏘️ Community
Following a fire at Elijah Missionary Baptist Church, Bishop Avery Comithier is welcoming congregants to celebrate Christmas at their new location, emphasizing goodwill and the significance of celebrating together regardless of the timing.
Schenectady Fire Chief Donald Mareno announces retirement after over 30 years of service, with his last day on January 7 and a search for his successor underway.
Schenectady County officials have implemented a Code Blue, prolonging homeless shelter operations until Friday at 7 a.m. due to subfreezing temperatures.
The Super 8 motel in Rotterdam, previously embroiled in controversy for displacing long-term guests for asylum seekers, has been sold for $3 million and is set to reopen in March after addressing building violations.
🚧 Accidents
A fire at a Schenectady residence was controlled within 30 minutes with no injuries, despite challenges from the cold affecting hydrants.
📰 Economy
New York's Secretary of State emphasizes the importance of understanding return policies and keeping receipts for holiday purchases, with $743 billion in returns last year.
🏛️ Government
The Schenectady City Council is pursuing state legislation to implement red-light and school-zone traffic cameras after prior efforts failed.
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