Paul Nelson

municipal and police reporter covering Schenectady city and county

[Paul Nelson @apaulnelson]

.@schdypolice on Westover Place in Hamilton Hill neighborhood investigating what appear to be human remains.

[Paul Nelson @apaulnelson]

Police activity on State Street around Mansion Blvd in Niskayuna near the Schenectady border. A section of the normally busy road in that area in closed and traffic is being rerouted.

[Schenectady Schools @SCSchools]

June 23 - 27
Elementary and middle school dismissal times this week are as follows:

Grades Pre-K through 5: 11 a.m.
Grades 6 - 8: 11:45 a.m.

[Brendan Lyons @Brendan_LyonsTU]

Officials with @NYSDOCCS confirm body-cam videos of incident that triggered lockdown at western NY prison — before strikes — show officers gave 'inaccurate' info and @nyspolice will determine 'if any criminal charges are appropriate.' https://t.co/8vhSUYMjFz via @TimesUnion

[Brendan Lyons @Brendan_LyonsTU]

12 prison officers and a nurse implicated in deadly beating of inmate will be fired, @GovKathyHochul says. A 13th officer, Anthony Farina, an alleged aggressor in the attack, already resigned. https://t.co/gBJhbiMOPn via @TimesUnion

[Brendan Lyons @Brendan_LyonsTU]

Biden commutes sentence of Albany financial fraudster Tim McGinn and nine others convicted of federal crimes in New York's Northern District https://t.co/Jc4NVisyZH via @TimesUnion

[Schenectady Schools @SCSchools]

➡️ TY to Paul Nelson & the TU for this piece on this important work! We have an amazing team! 🤩

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[Schenectady Schools @SCSchools]

Our community partners are offering support to students who may need it before they return to school Tues.
Behavioral Health Center - Number: 518-381-8911
Ellis Mental Health - Number 518-612-2155
Other resources on our website: https://t.co/wCTgjBf5Jt

[Schenectady Schools @SCSchools]

Last night police were made aware of a threat to “shoot up the school tmr” posted on snapchat. They identified & located the source of the threat who is a student at MPMS. The student was arrested & charged.

Let's Talk: https://t.co/U842NDMeYm

[Schenectady Schools @SCSchools]

In light of recent events, we will be holding a listening session regarding school climate and safety on Tuesday, 9/24, 6 p.m. at SHS.
Please see flyer!

[Schenectady Schools @SCSchools]

📸PHOTOS
Dads take your child to school day at Hamilton Elementary had double the turnout of last year! #Community

[Paul Nelson @apaulnelson]

.@McCarthySchdy’s office reports that he tested positive this morning for COVID-19 and is “taking immediate steps to conduct all essential meetings and engagements virtually where possible.” In other words, he’s working remotely from home.

[Schenectady Schools @SCSchools]

We are aware that there are rumors circulating about an incident @ Sch'dy HS today! Here's what did happen ... A few student fights broke out at the same time in cafe during lunchtime. The admin & CEOs responded & broke them up. There were NO arrests, weapons or injuries.

[Schenectady Schools @SCSchools]

✂️REMINDER✂️
$1 Back to School haircuts coming in September

Please Share!

[Kathleen Moore @ByKathleenMoore]

My neighbors. When I fell down a flight of stairs last month, the son came RUNNING to help. His mom gave my little girl so many treats and toys. Truly unimaginable loss.
DA: Schenectady man killed parents, died in jump from Albany bridge https://t.co/2bBqchka77 via @TimesUnion

[Schenectady Schools @SCSchools]

The SHS Aquatic Center is one of the fun places to be this summer. Dr. Cotto spent some time hanging by the pool watching our future athletes in action.

[Schenectady Schools @SCSchools]

🏊‍♀️ More than 100 students participated in our Competitive Summer Swim Program this year. From elementary to high school, the students were able to train, compete and improve their swimming skills.

Watch the video to hear from students and parents about the experience!

[Brendan Lyons @Brendan_LyonsTU]

Law license of E. Stewart Jones, an iconic figure in Capital Region's legal community, in jeopardy amid investigation into misappropriation of escrow funds. https://t.co/D6l7LQCbAI via @TimesUnion

[H. Rose Schneider is currently off Tw1tter @Schneidlee]

ICYMI: Migrants and their families were moved from Rotterdam's Super 8 to Albany County motels last week. An account from one resident described a disorganized move
https://t.co/eMUf0fod2R

[Wendy Liberatore @wendyliberatore]

The Local Journalism Sustainability Act passes in NY. The historic bill will support newsrooms with $30 million in tax relief during the next three years, helping to ensure the watchdogs of democracy can survive and thrive. @AlbanyGuild
https://t.co/dKMXhWrMgI