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Archive for January, 2026

The future of the Olympics, and other upcoming events

Click here for the Adirondack Almanac story 

Five reasons I love Adirondack winters

Adventurer and highly experienced skier Jenn Woltjen shares a few favorite trips to get outside in Adirondack winters  Click here for the Adirondack Almanack story 

Get Healthy North Country offers peer leader training

Peer leaders help people learn skills to improve health and well-being News Release of Jan. 15, 2026 – A regionwide coalition is offering a virtual peer leader training for those interested in teaching skills and practices that promote healthier living. Hosted by Get Healthy North Country (GHNC), the training will be held over the course […]

GOVERNOR HOCHUL’S PRISON REUSE AMENDMENT: A BELATED, WELCOME ECHO

A legislative column by Senator Dan Stec (R,C-Queensbury)              In her 2026 State of the State agenda, Governor Hochul presented the following language:             “…today, several former correctional facilities – Camp Gabriels, Moriah Shock and Mount McGregor – sit dormant. These crumbling sites are more than just eyesores; they are environmental hazards and lost opportunities […]

Governor announces $265+ million for water quality and climate resilience projects across state

Chazy, City and Town of Plattsburgh, Trout Unlimited, and Saranac School District Awarded Grants Hochul News Release of Jan. 15, 2026 – Governor Kathy Hochul today announced more than $265 million in grants to support projects that will help protect drinking water, improve climate resilience, update aging water infrastructure, reduce contributors to harmful algal blooms, and secure access to […]

$38 million plus in state funding to strengthen emergency communications for first responders

Clinton County to receive $3 Million  Albany, Hochul News Release of Jan. 15, 2026 – Governor Kathy Hochul today announced more than $38 million in state funding has been awarded to 17 counties and New York City to improve emergency communications for first responders, making New Yorkers safer. The Statewide Interoperable Communications Grant program supports […]

DiNapoli: Independent review finds state pension fund operates at highest ethical and professional standards

Albany, Comptroller News Release of Jan. 15, 2026 – An independent fiduciary and conflict of interest review of the $291.4 billion New York State Common Retirement Fund (Fund) recognized the Fund for its exemplary investment oversight, risk management, and ethical governance. Released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, the review concluded the Fund operates […]

Institute for Advanced Manufacturing at Clinton CC to Host Hands-On AI Workshop for Small Businesses and Professionals

PLATTSBURGH, News Release of Jan. 15, 2026 — The Institute for Advanced Manufacturing (IAM) at Clinton Community College will host a hands-on workshop designed to help small businesses, entrepreneurs, marketers and sales professionals learn practical ways to use artificial intelligence to save time and work more efficiently in today’s marketplace. Business Benefits with AI will […]

New Land Trust: Saranac’s ‘snow bowl’

Why the New Land Trust is Tom French’s new favorite ski destination Click here for the Adirondack Explorer story 

Legislators and organizations weigh in on Hochul’s State of the State

State legislators found Gov. Hochul’s State of the State lacking in support for North Country communities Click here for the Adirondack Almanac story 

The Peru Central School District is now closed, due to the inclement weather today, January 15, 2026.

The campus will be closed to all activities.   The Peru Central School District is now closed, due to the inclement weather today, January 15, 2026. The campus will be closed to all activities. 

Peru Central on a two-hour delay!

The Peru Central School District is operating on a two-hour delay, due to the inclement weather this morning, January 15, 2026.

Plattsburgh City Council okays $71M in spending for 2026

Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Here are the top North Country issues in Hochul’s State of the State address

Click here for the NCPR story 

North Country Republicans say affordability focus is needed, but call on Hochul for more details

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DiNapoll: School District tax cap levy remains at 2%

Property tax levy growth for New York’s school districts and 10 cities will remain capped at 2% for the fifth year in a row, according to data released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. News Release, Jan. 14, 2026 – The tax cap, which first applied to local governments (excluding New York City) and […]

Abigail Duquette’s work reflects who she is

By John T Ryan Peru, NY –  The art and graphic design show underway through March 7 at the Peru Free Library has an intriguing title – “The Light We Carry.” Abigail Duquette, a Cadyville native, is the artist/designer whose works are on display. Abigail graduated from Saranac Central High School in 2020 and earned […]

DiNapoli: Former Dannemora Official charges with falsifying time sheets to beef up retirement benefits for some correction officers

Albany, NYS Comptroller News Release, Jan 14, 2026 – The defendant, Richard Scholl, faces charges of tampering with public records and falsifying business records. NYS comptroller News Release, Jan.. 14, 20266 – The former mayor of the Village of Dannemora was charged with falsifying time sheets aiming to allow state correction officers to claim they […]

Video: View Peru Town Board’s 2026 Organizational Meeting of Jan. 12.

Councilman Melvin Irwin to serve as Deputy Town Supervisor  Pam Barber named to the Personnel Committee  NBT Bank named as a secondary town depository. TB Bank remains as the primary depository.   Click here to view the Peru Gazette Video.  Click here to view the Resolutions on the agenda/ Note a camera battery failure resulted […]

Video: Peru Town Board Regular Meeting of January 12, 2026

Click here to view Peru Gazette video. 

American wins gold as thousands cheer on at Lake Placid Aerials World Cup

Click here for the NCPR story 

Garment news from 1895

Factories reported changes in machinery in the late 1800s, allowing for industrial advancements in the Adirondacks Click here for the Adirondack Almanac story 

Hochul pledges affordability push, nuclear energy expansion in State of State

Cost relief, child care, energy priorities in annual address Click here for the Adirondack Almanac story 

Woman’s death in Clinton County Jail could have been prevented, witnesses say

Click here for the Adirondack Explorer story 

Unsung hero guides Vermont skiers with snow reporting

Click here for the WCAX News story