Archive for February 28th, 2026
Stefanik Statement on Operation Epic Fury
SARATOGA, N.Y., February 28, 2026 – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.), Chairwoman of House Republican Leadership, released the following statement: “As a senior Member of the House Armed Services Committee and the House Select Committee on Intelligence, I have always been consistent that Iran cannot have nuclear weapons capabilities that would threaten the national security of […]
Posted: February 28th, 2026 under Congressional News, National History, National News, Northern NY News, Political News.
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Essex County Mental Health Association Celebrates 60 Years of Service on March 3, 2026
Westport, NY – The Mental Health Association (MHA) proudly celebrates 60 years of dedicated service to the community on March 3, 2026. For six decades, MHA has remained committed to promoting mental wellness, supporting recovery, and providing compassionate, person-centered services to individuals and families across the region. Founded in 1966, MHA has grown from a […]
Posted: February 28th, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, Community Events, County Government News, Heathcare News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Upstate New York.
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Brave the cold. Be bold. Freezin’ for a reason.
PLATTSBURGH, NY, February 27, 2026 – The Plattsburgh Polar Plunge benefiting Special Olympics New York will take place on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at Plattsburgh City Beach on Lake Champlain. Hundreds of participants from across the North Country are expected to take the icy leap in support of local athletes with intellectual disabilities. The Polar Plunge […]
Posted: February 28th, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, Charity Events, Community Events, General News, Lake Champlain News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News.
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HUD proposes time limits and work requirements for rental aid
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Posted: February 28th, 2026 under National News, Northern NY News, Political News, Social Issues.
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Saranac Lake rallies to save its community-owned store
The “store that beat Walmart” fights for its life, as Village Mercantile seeks path forward Click here for the Adirondack Explorer story
Posted: February 28th, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, Community Events, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Lake Placid ski jumper Tate Frantz makes history at 2026 Olympics
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Posted: February 28th, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, National News, Northern NY News, Sports News.
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Ag in the classroom sprouts success with microgreens
Ausable Forks Elementary School: Kids learn about the importance of agriculture by planting and tasting microgreens Click here for the Adirondack Almanac story
Posted: February 28th, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, Agricultural News, Education News, Environmental News, Northern NY News.
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Stewart’s Shops expands, opening more storefronts across Vermont
Stewart’s expects to have 40+ stores across Vermont in the next three to four years Click here for the WPTZ News story
Posted: February 28th, 2026 under Business News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Regional NY-VT News.
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Recent NYS Environment Conservation Police Activity
Albany, February 27, 2026 Press Release – The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation’s (DEC) Division of Law Enforcement enforces the 71 chapters of New York State’s Environmental Conservation Law (ECL), protecting fish and wildlife and preserving environmental quality across New York. In 1880, the first eight Game Protectors proudly began serving to protect […]
Posted: February 28th, 2026 under Environmental News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, State Government News, Statewide News.
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Open doors no more: Vermont Statehouse to close some public entrances, add daily screening
A sad, sign of the times! Click here for the vtdigger story
Posted: February 28th, 2026 under Law Enforcement News, Peru/Regional History, Regional NY-VT News, State Government News, Statewide News.
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