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in Schenectady
Thursday, December 25th, 2025
Good morning, Schenectady. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 25th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ More than 250 families dropped off pet food, supplies (including toys) at the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society in Menands during its 13th annual Morning of Kindness; the donations came as rising pantry needs drove the society to serve 60,000 meals for pets this year. CBS 6 Albany
- ➤ Governor Kathy Hochul announced that New York’s holiday donation drive collected 2,250 lbs of food and 4,298 items from multiple locations including Buffalo and Utica — donations now aid nonprofits like United Way and Integrated Community Alternatives Network. WNYT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Daily Gazette announced the holiday coloring contest winners, with creative entries from local residents set to be featured across the Gazette News Group's coverage areas. The Daily Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Local workforce programs offer free training to help workers adjust to increased use of AI in industries such as construction, manufacturing & healthcare. Experts recommend visiting American Job Centers to build technical and soft skills to stay competitive. CBS 6 Albany
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection advised holiday shoppers in Schenectady to check refund policies at stores and online to avoid surprises, noting that stores must post refund terms visibly and accept returns of unused items within 30 days. Consumers should keep receipts to help resolve issues. WNYT
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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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