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Celebrate Maple Weekends this March 21-22 and March 28-29

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School closures and population decline in the Adirondacks

From the 2017-2018 school year to 2022-2023, 692 out of the 718 school districts in New York state (96%) saw drops in enrollment, a total loss of over 188,000 kids statewide. Click here for the Adirondack Explore story 

NY needs more power. The battery storage debate is heating up in the ADKs

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CVPH Financial Advocates help families make informed, affordable care decisions

Advocates Ease Insurance Confusion  Plattsburgh, NY, March  19, 2026  – Providing valuable information, resources and guidance, the University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) Financial Advocates are helping families make informed, affordable health care decisions. “The cost of health insurance continues to rise, and we’re seeing more individuals and families struggling […]

Stec unveils Medicaid fraud bill

Legislation would provide needed oversight, accountability           Albany, March 18, 2026 –  Senator Dan Stec (R,C-Queensbury) today spoke at a press conference in Albany to unveil his legislation to combat Medicaid fraud.             If enacted, Senate bill S.9219 would provide needed accountability and oversight to the state’s Medicaid system. The legislation […]

COMMENTARY: Don’t roll back New York’s climate law

Raya Salter explains how rising energy costs connect to fossil fuel dependency and advocates for climate protection laws in New York Click here for the Adirondack Almanac Commentary 

ICE releases Camden’s Chinese restaurant owner after 9 months

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Wilmington limits large-scale retail to protect small-town character

Votes to regulate large-scale retail buildings following years of development debate Click here for the Adirondack Explorer story 

After a winter of high bills, National Grid’s rates are going up again in April

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Downed trees and power lines close Peru School on Tuesday, March 17

The Peru Central School District is closed today March 17, 2026, due to the downed trees and powerlines from last night’s weather. The campus will be closed to all activities. 

Vilas Home opens two new secure memory care units

Multi-year expansion project now complete with enhanced assisted living and amenities Click here for the Sun Community News story 

The Recovery Lounge in Jay offers a haven for artists and creatives

The Recovery Lounge provides space for artists from around the region, but has struggled recently due to funding cuts Click here for the Adirondack Almanac story 

Got deep pockets and a knack for building? Onondaga County has a dead mall to sell you

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Plattsburgh YMCA Board issues statement

Plattsburgh YMCA “Statement* We were deeply saddened and disturbed to learn of allegations of physical abuse and inappropriate discipline by a now-former employee against children in our Bright Beginnings Childcare Center. We’ve since terminated this person’s employment and are cooperating fully with state and local authorities as they investigate the situation. While investigating these allegations, […]

Popular YMCA Bright Beginnings child care center in Plattsburgh closed after facing physical abuse and inappropriate discipline violations

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Bare Hill prison in Malone officially closed this week

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Gov. Hochul announces North Country winners of Downtown Revitalization Initiative

Ogdensburg and Moriah added to a long list of previous winners  Click here for the Adirondack Almanac story 

Plattsburgh businesswoman found guilty of stealing thousands

Owner of Norma J’s Cafe faces prison time for allegedly defrauding an elderly man for nearly five years Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Cornerstone Dairy Academy Honors Eighteen Graduating Dairy Farmers and Industry Professionals

Graduates include Shane St. Cyr Adirondack Farms Partner  March 11, 2026 – Madison Wisconsin – DAIRY NEWS – Upon successfully completing all three pillars of Cornerstone Dairy Academy, eighteen dairy farmers and industry professionals were honored as the program’s 2026 graduates at the Professional Dairy Producers (PDP) Business Conference at the Alliant Energy Center in […]

$15 million awarded to 13 workforce development projects

Albany, March 6, 2026 – Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that more than $15 million has been awarded to 13 workforce development projects across nine regions through Empire State Development’s Office of Strategic Workforce Development. These grants will support the training of more than 5,700 New Yorkers through collaboration between training providers and more than […]

Fire station expansion, renovation project bids to be opened April 7

By John T Ryan  Peru – On September 3, 2024, voters gave the green light to a major investment: up to $5 million for expanding and renovating Peru’s fire station. Fast-forward 18 months, and the Department is now seeking bids for general construction, electrical work, HVAC, and plumbing. Bid proposal must be submitted by April […]

As momentum grows for workforce housing, $3.5 million bridges North Country gaps

Clinton County is included in the program  Click here for the NCPR story 

Beta will fly in Vermont as part of federal push for electric aircraft

“Beta plans to partner with medical helicopter operator Metro Aviation to transport medical equipment across Lake Champlain, among other missions.” Click here for the Vermont Public story 

Could a bike trail link NYC to the heart of the Adirondacks?

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Car crashes into Trader Joe’s store in South Burlington

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