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🌱 How six vacant Schenectady buildings are becoming new family apartments

And on the Schenectady Patch calendar - Improvised Sketch Comedy Night (Improv Comedy)

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Hi Schenectady! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How six vacant Schenectady buildings are becoming new family apartments
  • Why was Schenectady County’s top administrator suddenly sidelined?
  • How a Schenectady woman’s death led to a prison sentence

Also on today's calendar: Improvised Sketch Comedy Night (Improv Comedy) and 4 more events.

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Today's riddle: What did one tuna say to the other after getting caught stealing files from work? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

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  • Thursday: Windy with a snow shower, with a high of 31 and low of 17 degrees. ⛄️ Brr!
  • Friday: Partly sunny and breezy, temps: high: 30, low: 16.
  • Saturday: Cloudy with a few flurries, with a high of 30 and low of 17 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Construction underway on $5.4 million affordable housing project in Schenectady (timesunion.com) — A $5.4 million project is transforming six long-vacant buildings on Germania Avenue and Schenectady Street into 11 affordable family-sized apartments, with completion expected next summer. Backed by federal, city, and foundation funding, the effort targets residents who are homeless or at risk and aims to preserve historic housing stock while revitalizing Hamilton Hill and nearby corridors.
   

2. County Manager Rory Fluman placed on administrative leave (timesunion.com) — Schenectady County Manager Rory Fluman has been abruptly placed on administrative leave through the end of the year, with Deputy County Manager Jennifer Bargy stepping in as acting manager. County leaders have not disclosed a reason, and Fluman’s term was already set to expire this month. The move raises questions about county leadership heading into the new year.
   

3. Clifton Park man sentenced for Colonie hit and run that killed Schenectady woman (spotlightnews.com) — A 58-year-old Schenectady woman was killed in a March hit-and-run on Wolf Road in Colonie, and the driver has now been sentenced to state prison. Prosecutors said the Clifton Park man fled and failed to report the crash, while the victim’s family described their loss in court. Schenectady County authorities helped track down the damaged vehicle.
   

4. Man convicted of murder in brutal assault of girlfriend at Schenectady motel (wnyt.com) — A Schenectady County jury has convicted a man of murdering his girlfriend in a brutal 2024 assault at the Imperial Motel in Schenectady. Prosecutors say surveillance, witness testimony, and an autopsy showed he beat her severely, then tried to stage the scene. He now faces 25 years to life when he’s sentenced in February.
   

5. Siena Baseball Holds Third Annual "Adopt a Saint" Holiday Shopping Experience (cbs6albany.com) — Local kids from Schenectady joined others from nearby towns for a special holiday shopping trip with the Siena baseball team at Dick’s House of Sport in Latham. Each child received $200 for new sports gear, met players, and even took some swings in the batting cage as part of the team’s community-focused “Adopt a Saint” tradition.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Thursday December 11
  • Trivia Night — WHBC
    Wolf Hollow Brewing Company , 6882 Amsterdam Rd , Schenectady
    6:00 pm
  • Grade 3 Winter Concert
    High School Auditorium
    6:00 pm
  • Reimagining Our Schools Public Forum
    Scotia-Glenville Csd Schenectady, NY 12302
    6:00 pm
  • Craig Multicultural Festival
    Niskayuna Csd Schenectady, NY 12309
    6:00 pm
    • Friday December 12
  • DIY Felt Ornaments with Embroider with Chloe
    Rotterdam Branch Library , 1100 N Westcott Rd , Schenectady
    2:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Looking for recommendations for a Primary Care Physician/Internist, preferably Schenecatdy/Albany county.
    I haven’t had a great one in about 15 years. My most recent doctor left after becoming a Chief Medical Officer—likely for the higher-paying role. I’m… (Nextdoor Central State East)
  • Animal Control came by and found this dog owner's phone number plus will call his vet for information.
    (I couldn't see the worn numbers on his tags.) Hopefully will be reunited soon. (Nextdoor Upper Union Street)
  • McDonald's posted a job opening for Day Time & Closing Crew Member with Competitive Wage! in Schenectady. Apply here.
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill posted a job opening for Kitchen Leader in Schenectady. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Schenectady here.

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