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YMCA Early Childhood Development Center Open House, Meet & Greet with Executive Director Dr. Jacquie Kemp

Following the announcement of new YMCA Early Childhood Development Center Executive Director Jacqueline Kemp, Ph.D., the Center will host a meet and greet and open house for the community. Families interested in meeting Dr. Kemp, visiting the center, and learning more about childcare opportunities this fall are invited to attend. WHAT: Open House and Meet […]

Paving schedule in the City of Plattsburgh

ROAD RESURFACING! Starting August 3rd, Road Resurfacing operations will begin on the following streets. Court Street – between Oak Street and Beekman Street Wells Street – between Brinkerhoff Street and Cornelia Street Couch Street – between Oak Street and North Catherine Street Helen Street – between Broad Street and Brinkerhoff Street Protection Alley – between […]

Heavy rain floods roads in Albany area, prompting state of emergency

Click here for the WPTZ News story 

New executive director named to YMCA childhood center

Dr. Jacqueline Kemp to lead the Plattsburgh YMCA’s Early Childhood Development Center Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Feel the Spray, Hear the Roar: East Coast Watercross Returns to the Plattsburgh City Beach July 31–August 2

PLATTSBURGH, NY – Get ready for one of the most exciting weekends of the summer! The Adirondack Coast Visitors Bureau and the City of Plattsburgh are thrilled to welcome East Coast Watercross back to Plattsburgh City Beach from July 31-August 2, 2026, bringing three days of adrenaline-pumping jet ski racing to the shores of Lake […]

Plattsburgh Public Library Continues Monthly “Lifelong Learning for All” Series on Aug. 5

Plattsburgh Public Library continues its monthly speaker series, Lifelong Learning for All, held on the first Wednesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. in the library auditorium on the second floor. The series brings local experts to the library to share their knowledge with the community. All are welcome. Each session includes a half-hour presentation […]

CVPH RN honored for steady presence

Patients praise Christina Rumyantseva’s compassion, advocacy and care  Plattsburgh, NY, July 20, 2026  – A hospital stay can be frightening. Patients are often in pain, worried about what comes next and far from the comfort of home. For many patients on R6 at University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital, Christina Rumyantseva, […]

City of Plattsburgh announces Summer and Fall Movie Night Series

(PLATTSBURGH- July 15, 2026) – The City of Plattsburgh is excited to announce the return of its popular Movie Night series, bringing free family-friendly entertainment to parks across the city throughout the summer and fall. Last October was the first movie night held at Macdonough Park. Given the success and engagement from the community, the City has decided to […]

Clinton Community College to Host Summer Information Sessions on SUNY Reconnect Free College Program

Prospective adult learners can learn about tuition-free degree opportunities and available student support services PLATTSBURGH — Clinton Community College will host two information sessions this summer to help prospective students learn about SUNY Reconnect, a program that provides eligible adult learners with the opportunity to attend college tuition-free. The sessions will be held from 6 […]

New Family Physicians Graduate

CVPH Residency Program advances rural healthcare Plattsburgh, NY -, July 14. 2026 – Created to help meet the growing demand for primary care providers in rural communities, the CVPH Family Medicine Residency celebrated the graduation of seven physicians who are preparing to begin the next phase of their medical careers. At the June 19 ceremony […]

Scott Ewing Announces Candidacy for Clinton County Coroner

Clinton County Democratic Committee Announces: PLATTSBURGH, NY — Community advocate and public servant Scott Ewing will officially announce his candidacy for Clinton County Coroner on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at Plattsburgh City Hall. Ewing’s campaign is centered on community, compassion, and a commitment to continuing the work of strengthening the Clinton County […]

Historial Association Date Change. Program originally schedule for July 23, now scheduled for July 30

July 30th – 6:00 pm, Clinton County Historical Association, 98 Ohio Avenue, Plattsburgh. Echoes if we listen with Helen Nerska based on the newest CCHA Revolutionary War exhibit: Native, Women and Black Patriots in Focus. Discover how each group contributed to the cause with expectations that were not realized.

Local Musicians Take the Stage at CVPH This Summer

Free community concerts on the front lawn  Plattsburgh, NY – The Foundation of CVPH invites the community to enjoy the talents of local musicians on the hospital’s spectacular front lawn as it presents its 2026 Concert Series. On Thursday, July 30, LP Acoustic will offer a blend of old and new country music with a […]

OP-ED: New York City Continues to Lead the Next Generation of Technology and Innovation

Crain’s New York Business recently published commentary by Empire State Development President, CEO and Commissioner Hope Knight about New York City’s importance in driving the innovation economy.  Text of the commentary is available below and can be viewed online here. When American Express announced plans earlier this year to establish its new global headquarters at 2 World Trade Center— […]

July 4th Parade Marshal Announcement

June 24, 2026 – The City of Plattsburgh is proud to announce that this year’s Fourth of July Parade Marshals are G&G Tire and Warren Tire, two longtime North Country businesses whose dedication to customer service, community involvement, and local pride have made a lasting impact on the region. G&G Tire For more than 60 […]

You won’t want to miss this year’s Fourth of July Celebration in Downtown Plattsburgh!

(PLATTSBURGH- June 24 2026) – Our nation will celebrate its 250th birthday this year, and what better way to spend your Fourth of July by joining us in Downtown Plattsburgh at the annual Fourth of July Celebration on Saturday July 4th 2026! This year’s celebration will feature a parade, free concert, downtown food court and […]

Democratic Socialist of America (DSA) Dominates Albany Elections Despite Super PAC Deluge

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Historical Association announces event-packed July schedule

June 25, 2026 | 6:00 pm History Matters: Revolution, Independence and Valcour Island with John Krueger Plattsburgh Memorial Chapel History matters because liberty is not self-sustaining; it must first be imagined in the minds and hearts of ordinary people and then defended through sacrifice, leadership, and endurance. Using figures such as John and Abigail Adams, […]

On anniversary of Dobbs, Gov. and NYC Mayor announce major expansion of abortion access across hub

Nearly Half a Million Dollars in New Funding Will Expand the NYC Hotline’s Capacity To Connect Callers with Abortion Providers and Support Services NYC, June 24, 2026 – Today, on the anniversary of the Supreme Court’s decision in ‘Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization’, which sharply restricted access to abortion nationwide, Governor Kathy Hochul and […]

Blues, Gospel, and much more this Juneteenth Weekend

This weekend is Juneteenth (June 19–21), and Plattsburgh Blues and Jazz is proud to be partnering with the Colors of Freedom Committee North Star Underground Railroad Museum, John Brown Lives!, the Clinton County Historical Association, SUNY Plattsburgh, Paul Smith’s College, and the Plattsburgh Public Library as part of the community events to commemorate this important […]

Clinton Community College Announces Spring 2026 Honor Students

More than 180 students earn President’s and Dean’s List recognition PLATTSBURGH, June 17, 2026  — Clinton Community College announces 184 honor students for the spring 2026 semester, including 73 students on the President’s List and 111 students on the Dean’s List. Each semester, the college awards two categories of academic honors: the President’s List and […]

North Country Honor Flight Announces Flights 70 & 71

PLATTSBURGH, NY, June 17, 2026  – North Country Honor Flight continues this Saturday, June 20, with Flights 70 and 71, carrying 28 North Country veterans on a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Washington, D.C. to visit the memorials dedicated to their service and sacrifice. This mission will honor 27 Vietnam War veterans and one Korean War veteran from […]

Remembering Nicole Killian, NP

CVPH ED team honors legacy of compassion, care  Plattsburgh, NY, June 3, 2026 – Family, friends and colleagues of Nicole Killian, NP, gathered recently at the University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) Emergency Department to dedicate its General Treatment Area in her honor and to celebrate the lasting influence she […]

CCC celebrates 2026 grads in historic year

Commencement at the Strand Theatre highlights milestone transition and student success Click here for the Sun Community News story 

“Plattsburgh Man Arrested Following Violent Assault at Village Suites”

May 15, 2026 – Plattsburgh Police Department Press Release  PLATTSBURGH, NY – On the evening of May 14, 2026, at approximately 5:28 PM, the Plattsburgh Police Department responded to a report of a physical assault at the Village Suites complex, located at 5035 South Catherine Street. Upon arrival, officers discovered two male individuals requiring medical […]