These local students recently graduated from the State University of New York College of Technology at Delhi:

— Yuv Deonarine of Schenectady earned a bachelor’s degree in business and technology management;

— Elise Giordano of Delmar earned a bachelor’s degree in hospitality management;

These local students have recently received diplomas:

— Sara Buckley of Slingerlands graduated from Hofstra University in December 2018, earning a master of science degree in physician assistant studies;

The Schoharie Valley Singers will present its 40th season of spring concerts. This year’s concert is titled “We Shall Overcome” and features songs of hope and freedom.

Sixty area high school students will represent Capital Region BOCES Career and Technical School during Spring Break at the annual New York State SkillsUSA competition in Syracuse.

ALBANY COUNTY — Albany County was one of 20 New York counties to be designated in April as a primary natural disaster area bay Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue for losses suffered from “excessive precipitation” since July 23, 2018.

RENSSELAERVILLE — The Carey Institute’s Center for Learning in Practice has been certified to be an approved sponsor of Continuing Teacher and Leader Education  by the State Education Department.

The State Grange is planning a bus trip to Plymouth, Massachusetts from May 28 to 31. The public is welcome to board in Albany.

Kevin Smith, senior client relationship manager at Fenimore Asset Management, earned the Retirement Income Certified Professional designation from The American College of Financial Services.

ALBANY — Laberge Group, which provides engineering, architecture, surveying, and planning services, has recently hired seven employees: