This morning, a 4.8 magnitude earthquake shook NJ, causing vibrations across the region. Please avoid calling 911 unless it's a real emergency. Take a moment to check on your friends, family, and neighbors to ensure their safety. Stay safe after: ready.gov/earthquakes.

Don't Wait! Vaccinate your pet for rabies. Schenectady County provides free rabies vaccines for pets to neighbors who live in Schenectady County. Don't miss the next clinic on Saturday, April 13th, at Schenectady High School. Schedule Your Pets Appointment schenectadycountyny.gov/envi-health

On #NationalCaregiversDay we honor those who selflessly help those in need, and also offer our support to caregivers as they navigate the challenges they face while caring for their loved ones.

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Schenectady County's Board of Elections announced new operating hours for 2024, which start today (January 2):
Weekdays: 8:00 a.m to 4:00 p.m., closed on county holidays, unless otherwise directed.
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Schenectady County's Hazmat Team has concluded their hazmat response operations stemming from yesterday's early morning accident on I-88.
We thank our Hazmat Team, our state and local partners, and our first responders for their skillful response and commitment to our community.

⚠️TRAFFIC UPDATE⚠️ All I-88 westbound lanes between exit 24 and 25 have been reopened. All eastbound lanes remain close at this time.

⚠️TRAFFIC ALERT⚠️ I-88 in Duanseburg, NY is closed in both directions between exit 24 and 25 due to a commercial vehicle crash. The closure is expected to continue for an extended period. Please seek alternate routes.

Schenectady County declared its first Code Blue for the 2023-2024 winter season. The Code Blue order is in effect tonight through Friday, November 3 at 8:00 a.m., as temperatures are forecasted to be below freezing.

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Our final Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event of 2023 will take place on Saturday, November 11.

Disposing of household hazardous waste in a safe way helps to protect our homes and the environment.

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We're hosting a drive-thru rabies vaccination clinic for cats, ferrets, and dogs in Princetown on November 4, which is free for Schenectady County residents.

Date: Saturday, November 4, 2023
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Location: Princetown Town Hall

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Rebate checks are on the way!

Eligible Schenectady County homeowners should receive a 2023 Schenectady County Homeowners $250 Rebate Program check by October 31.

Learn more about the program at schenectadycountyny.gov/rebate

The County Legislature's Committee Meeting and Budget Presentation is streaming live at youtube.com/watch?v=geGA9-…

Meeting information is available at schenectadycountyny.gov/event/schenect…

County Manager Fluman released his proposed 2024 Operating Budget and 2024-2029 Capital Improvement Program today, which includes a ZERO percent increase in the County's property tax levy.

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Schenectady County is working to put foreclosed properties back on the tax rolls to increase the tax base and lower the burden for property owners.

Over 25 properties are up for auction until October 20, 2023. Learn more at schenectadycountyny.gov/news/schenecta…

Join us next Saturday at our next Honor-A-Veteran ceremony, where we will pay tribute to John and Joseph Kehoe, brothers who were killed in action weeks apart while serving in Germany during World War II.

September 30, 2023 at 1:00 p.m.
St. Luke’s Church, 1241 State St., Schdy

The County Legislature is holding its September meeting at the Niskayuna High School to make it easier for residents to have their voices heard.

September 12, 2023
7:00 p.m.

Can't make it? Stream the meeting live at youtube.com/SchenectadyCou…

More info: schenectadycountyny.gov/news/schenecta…

The NYS Board of Elections has recently made us aware that individuals, across multiple counties throughout our state, have been going door-to-door impersonating County Board of Elections staff.

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Keeping your pet’s rabies vaccines up to date is crucial for their safety and for the health of our community.

Schenectady County Public Health Services is hosting a free drive-thru vaccination clinic for cats, dogs, and ferrets on 9/23.

Learn more: schenectadycountyny.gov/rabies-vaccine

The Schenectady County Veterans Peer to Peer Support Program is hosting a bus trip for county veterans to visit The Wall that Heals while the exhibit is being held at Flushing Meadows Corona Park in Queens, NY.

Learn more at schenectadycountyny.gov/news/schenecta…

Registration is now open for our next Household Hazardous Waste collection event, which allows residents to bring unwanted hazardous chemicals from around their homes to the collection site for safe and environmentally sound disposal.

Learn more at schenectadycountyny.gov/news/schenecta…