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BHSN Launches “Together Totes” to Support Community Members in Crisis with funding from The Foundation of CVPH

News Release of Dec. 23, 2025 – Plattsburgh, NY — Behavioral Health Services North (BHSN) is announcing the launch of “Together Totes,” a new community initiative providing essential hygiene and seasonal care items to individuals and families in crisis in the North Country. The program is supported through grant funding from The Foundation of CVPH. […]

Access to High Quality Diabetes, Hormonal Related Care Improves with Addition of New Endocrinology Providers

Plattsburgh practice welcomes new patients News Release of Dec. 12, 2025, Plattsburgh, NY – CVPH Endocrinology welcomes two board certified endocrinologists to its growing specialty care team – a significant expansion that will improve local access to expert diabetes, metabolic and hormonal-related care in the North Country. Joining Tina Kader, MD, Ashley Williams, PA-C and […]

Turning Fear Into Comfort

Four nurses honored with DAISY Team Award for helping a young autistic patient feel safe and brave  CVPH News Release of Dec. 11, 2025, Plattsburgh, NY – When Alexandria Stefaniak carried her four-year-old son into the Emergency Department at University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital, fear filled the air. Her little […]

“City Police Make arrest stemming from an Early Morning Burglary of a Local Business”

City Police News Release, PLATTSBURGH, NY – On December 5th, 2025 at approximately 4:00am, members of the Plattsburgh Police Department Patrol Division responded to “The Card Shop” located within Plattsburgh Plaza for a report of an alarm activation. When Patrol Officers arrived, they observed significant damage to the glass door into the business. Initial investigative […]

Burlington facing over $10 million budget gap in FY27

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Residents support Plattsburgh project at a crossroads

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Internal affairs probe finds fellow Rutland officers violated policies in 2023 pursuit that killed new recruit

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Choral Music’s Greatest Hits Concert

Robin Caudel Presentation Cancelled

I have been advised that Robin Caudell has had to cancel her December 4th Presentation at the Clinton County Historical Association – I apologize but this is beyond both Robin’s and my control.  Helen Nerska, Director Clinton County Historical Association.

Champlain Valley Voices announce “Great Hits” concert

The Champlain Valley Voices will be performing “Choral Music’s Greatest Hits!” on Sunday, December 14th with performances at 2pm and 6pm at the United Methodist Church in Plattsburgh. The theme for our concert is “Choral Music’s Greatest Hits!”, meaning we will be performing best known choral works from various genres and style periods.  The 2pm […]

Plattsburgh resident and movie lover brings his own ‘Blockbuster’ to small neighborhood

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CVPH OB-GYN adds new providers and extended schedule

Improving access and offering specialize care supports team’s commitment to providing quality care closer to hom  Nov. 19, 2025, Plattsburgh, NY – With several new providers, expanded hours and additional clinic space, CVPH OB-GYN is making it easier for women and families across the region to get the care they need. Over the past few […]

Candlelight Remembrance Ceremony Planned December 6 at CVPH

Plattsburgh, NY – The Foundation of CVPH will host a Candlelight Remembrance Ceremony at the Angel of Hope, Saturday, Dec. 6 at 4 p.m. on the hospital’s front lawn. During the ceremony names of loved ones who have passed will be read aloud. To submit a name to be read on December 6, please email […]

Clinton County Encourages Short-Term Rental Operators to Register With Treasurer’s Office

Nov. 20, 2025 – Plattsburgh, NY — Clinton County is encouraging all short-term rental operators to ensure they are properly registered with the County Treasurer’s Office, as required under the Clinton County Room Occupancy Tax Law. This applies to homeowners and lodging operators renting directly to guests as well as those using platforms such as […]

Tax exemptions play a role in bringing six rental units to Hamilton St. in Plattsburgh

Nov. 19, 2025, PLATTSBURGH, NY — The Clinton County Industrial Development Agency (CCIDA) has approved its first residential project under the Agency’s newly updated Uniform Tax Exemption Policy (UTEP), marking a significant milestone in Clinton County’s effort to support commercial housing and workforce development. KLM Development LLC will construct three new duplexes totaling six rental […]

Oppression of the Oppressed: Freedom and Unfreedom Among the Haudenosaunee By Robin Caudell

5:00 pm, Thursday, December 4 Clinton County Historical Association, 98 Ohio Avenue, Plattsburgh For the past seven years, Robin Caudell‘s back-burner book simmered about abolitionist martyr John Brown’s memory and legacy in the Adirondacks. Placing him in the context of the Underground Railroad in the Borderlands, this presentation examines oppression of the oppressed and the adoption, captivity, […]

Clinton Community College Adopts SUNY Military Tuition Rate to Support Service Members

Nov. 11, 2025 – PLATTSBURGH — Clinton Community College is proud to announce its participation in the SUNY Military Tuition Rate initiative, joining select campuses across New York in supporting our nation’s service members, starting in the spring of 2026. This means Clinton Community College’s tuition per credit hour will not exceed the current federal […]

Free Car Wash for Our Veterans

Dear Friends and Neighbors, This Veterans Day — Monday, November 11, we’re once again joining car washes across the nation to honor the brave men and women who have served our country. As part of the Grace for Vets FREE Wash Program, all veterans are invited to stop by any NuWay Car Wash location for […]

Will new public art help revitalize Burlington’s Main Street?

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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 […]

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. […]

“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 […]

Halloween Artisan Market Saturday, October 25, 10am-3pm

Join us today from 10am-3pm for our Halloween Artisan Market on the front lawn. Get a head-start on your holiday shopping or grab something special for yourself. Participating vendors: Designs By Renee, Half Moon Tarot Readings, Vikki’s Suds & Such, Bit Sized Builds, Upstate Emporium, As You Wish Signs & Gifts by Dina, Marilyn Kretser, […]

2025 Stuff the Strand event a resonating success

Casella, Northern Adirondacks Kiwanis and Morrisonville Girl Scouts Troop 4202 recognized for impressive results Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Peru’s Owen Laforest applauded for making a heartfelt difference

Surpasses personal goal to help other kids during hospital visits and stays Click here for the Sun Community News story