Archive for October, 2025
Proposition 1 Explained: NY ballot measure would make amends in the Adirondacks
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Posted: October 31st, 2025 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, General News, Northern NY News, Planning Board News, Recreation opportunities.
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The Lake Placid Film Festival is this Halloween weekend
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Posted: October 31st, 2025 under Adirondack Region News, Arts and Entertainment, Community Events, Northern NY News.
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$135 million available to affordably advance local water infrastructure projects
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced $135 million was made available to help communities across the State affordably undertake critical water and sewer infrastructure improvement projects. The Environmental Facilities Corporation Board of Directors approved low-cost financing and State and federal grants that empower local governments to advance crucial upgrades — such as replacing lead service lines […]
Posted: October 31st, 2025 under State Government News, Statewide News.
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New Windsor couple charge with stealing over $2 million from NY by submitting false Medicaid provider claims
Comptroller DiNapoli and District Attorney Hoovler Announce Arrests in Investigation Into Fraudulent Billing by Medicaid Transportation Providers Accused of Stealing $2.9 Million New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli and Orange County District Attorney David M. Hoovler announced that on Thursday, October 30, 2025, Rohail Raja, age 45, and his wife, Sharma Alam, age 45, […]
Posted: October 31st, 2025 under General News, Heathcare News, Law Enforcement News, National News, State Government News.
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Off the Wall
(PLATTSBURGH, NY – Oct. 31 2025) The Strand Center for the Arts is excited to host “Off the Wall, ” an exhibition/gallery fundraiser. The exhibition opens to the public on Friday, Nov. 14, with a free gallery reception from 5 to 8 p.m. The exhibition will remain on display until Saturday, Dec. 15. There will be an open call for […]
Posted: October 31st, 2025 under Adirondack Region News, Arts and Entertainment, City News, Community Events, Northern NY News.
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DEC Announces 21st Annual Middle School Student Poster Contest Theme: “Water Connects Us All”
Poster Contest Submissions Accepted Through Jan. 2, 2026 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Amanda Lefton and the New York Water Environment Association (NYWEA) today announced the theme for the annual water conservation poster contest for middle school students: “Water Connects Us All.” The 2026 poster theme challenges middle school students to learn about […]
Posted: October 31st, 2025 under Education News, Environmental News, Law Enforcement News, State Government News, Statewide News.
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Adirondack Blood Center Plans Several Community Drives in November
Patients from area hospitals benefit every donation collected Plattsburgh, NY –Every unit of donated blood can help up to three North Country residents and the Adirondack Blood Donor Center is calling on the community to join them in supporting the health and wellbeing of their family, friends and neighbors by donating or sponsoring blood drive. […]
Posted: October 31st, 2025 under Adirondack Region News, Community Events, Heathcare News, Northern NY News, Peru News.
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Businesses Could Benefit from SUNY Apprenticeship Program
Employers Invited to Informational Luncheon Nov. 13 October 31, 2025 – PLATTSBURGH — The Institute for Advanced Manufacturing at Clinton Community College invites businesses and manufacturers to learn more about the SUNY Apprenticeship Program on Thursday, Nov. 13 at 11 a.m. to help them bridge the skills gap and reinforce their workforce. Presenters at the Apprenticeship […]
Posted: October 31st, 2025 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, Education News, Northern NY News.
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First Annual Michigan Fest Raises $19,000+ for Battlefield Memorial Gateway Project
PLATTSBURGH, NY — October 31st, 2025 — Dannemora Federal Credit Union (DFCU), UFirst Federal Credit Union, the Town of Plattsburgh, and the local Michigan Fest Committee are proud to announce that the first-ever Michigan Fest, held on August 2, 2025, raised an incredible $19,916.19 in support of the Battlefield Memorial Gateway Project (BMG). The idea for Michigan Fest […]
Posted: October 31st, 2025 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, Charity Events, Community Events, Northern NY News, Veterans' News.
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Five NYS Correction Officers Arrested for Fraudulent Schemes to Obtain Unearned Sick Leave & Workers’ Compensation Benefits
October 30, 3035 , NYS Police News Release – Ulster County District Attorney Emmanuel C. Nneji, New York State Inspector General Lucy Lang, and New York State Police Superintendent Steven G. James today announced the arrests of five current and former New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS) employees for separate schemes […]
Posted: October 31st, 2025 under Corruption in Gov't., Law Enforcement News, State Government News, Statewide News.
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Alstom announces it will hire 120 manufacturing employees at its Plattsburgh plant to meet increased demand for rail cars
October 31, 2025, 2:26 p.m. – Alstom updated its news release. Wide range of positions available in assembly, welding and painting Full-time, permanent positions with health insurance, 401(k), etc. Job offers expected to be made at job fair Thurs., Nov. 6 31 October 2025 – Alstom, global leader in smart and sustainable mobility, […]
Posted: October 31st, 2025 under Adirondack Region News, Border News, Business News, Community Events, General News, National History, National News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Regional NY-VT News, Statewide News, Upstate New York.
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Peru, NY, October 30, 2025 – Halloween fun and great music tonight at the Peru Memorial VFW Post 309.
Posted: October 30th, 2025 under General News.
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Town Justice Jim Kirby passes away
Obituary: Hamilton Funeral Home James Kirby James Peter “Jim” Kirby, 68, of the Military Turnpike, Plattsburgh, died Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at his home, under the loving care of his family. He was born in Plattsburgh, November 21, 1956, the son of Clark Alan “Red” and Helen Jane (Grzeszczuk) Kirby. At Jim’s request there will […]
Posted: October 30th, 2025 under Adirondack Region News, Community Events, General News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru/Regional History.
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Recent Regional Forest Ranger Actions – Ranger rescues 76-year-old hiker
Town of Wilmington Essex County Wilderness Rescue: On Oct. 20 at 7:34 p.m., Ray Brook Dispatch received a call about a lost hiker on Ester Mountain. Forest Ranger H. Praczkajlo made contact with the 76-year-old from Rochester who explained they were cold and wet and only had seven percent charge left on a cell phone. Ranger Praczkajlo […]
Posted: October 30th, 2025 under Adirondack Region News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News.
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FJ – A tribute to Foreigner and Journey Featuring Constantine Maroulis
Friday, November 7th @ 7PM Featuring American Idol finalist, Constantine Maroulis on Lead Vocals. Keyboardist Paul Kochanski, Bassist Joe Pettengill and Drummer Art Mambuca (and his sprawling double kick-drum kit) all played together in the Journey tribute band Captured. And, rounding out the band is hotshot Guitarist Kevin Alexander Herrera and Adam Tese on Saxophone. […]
Posted: October 30th, 2025 under Arts and Entertainment, City News, Northern NY News.
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North Country at Work: What it takes to keep the Wi-Fi up and running
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Posted: October 29th, 2025 under Education News, Northern NY News.
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Good men anxious to return home, but they don’t know what they’ll find.
By John T Ryan Peru, NY, October 29, 2025 – These men were working in Forrence’s Orchard along Old Town Road today. They were on their lunch break but ready to talk. Needless to say, they’re very concerned about their families and property back home in Jamaica. One man from southwest Jamaica, where Hurricane Melissa […]
Posted: October 29th, 2025 under Adirondack Region News, Agricultural News, Business News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History, Upstate New York.
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Clinton Community College Men’s Basketball Returns to the Court Nov. 1
Cougars to Launch Season with White-Out and Casella Night PLATTSBURGH, NY — The Clinton Community College Men’s Basketball Team will kick off its 2025–26 season with a home game against Vermont State Randolph on Saturday, Nov. 1 at 5 p.m. Cougar fans are encouraged to pack the Forrence Center for a special White-Out and Casella Night […]
Posted: October 29th, 2025 under Adirondack Region News, Education News, Northern NY News, Sports News, Statewide News.
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SNAP & HEAP assistance will not be available until further notice and 200 Jamaican workers are stranded here in Peru
Peru, NY – The Peru Town Board conducted its routine town business agenda Monday on Monday, October 27; however, in addition to routine actions, several essential items came to the public’s attention. Supervisor Craig Randall related a letter he received from the Joint Council of Economic Opportunity (JCEO) stating that Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) and […]
Posted: October 29th, 2025 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, General News, National History, National News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru/Regional History, Town Board News.
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Childhood dreams come true for this Akwesasne illustrator
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Posted: October 29th, 2025 under Education News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Change your clocks as Daylight saving time ends
Daylight saving time ends at 2 a.m. on Nov. 2, which means we gain one hour. Click here for the the LIVENOW STORY
Posted: October 29th, 2025 under General News, National News.
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A small Adirondack town, Lewis, NY, could soon be home to military-grade weapons testing
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Posted: October 28th, 2025 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, Community Events, General News, Law Enforcement News, National News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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“We need to get the word out…We’ll try to fulfill your wish”
By John T. Ryan October 28, 2025 – Plattsburgh – If you or someone you know has received a dire health diagnosis or is facing a terminal illness, The Wish Fund is here to help. Established in 2016 by the Adirondack Champlain Valley REALTORS (ACVR) to honor realtor Mary Fry, The Wish Fund grants wishes […]
Posted: October 28th, 2025 under Adirondack Region News, Charity Events, City News, Community Events, General News, Heathcare News, Northern NY News.
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What Adirondack Park constitutional amendment is on your ballot this Election Day?
New York voters will be asked to authorize an already-built Olympic sports complex in Lake Placid Click here for the Adirondack Almanac story
Posted: October 28th, 2025 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Sports News, State Government News.
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Health Department Launches First-in-the-Nation Program to Boost Organ Donations
“…the Living Donor Support Program, which will reimburse organ donors up to $14,000 for their medical expenses and recovery-related costs, such as lost wages and childcare. Both the donor and recipient must be New Yorkers.” Click here for the NY Focus Story
Posted: October 28th, 2025 under Heathcare News, Peru/Regional History, State Government News.
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