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Plattsburgh Parks and Rec unveils family-fun February lineup

Town partners with regional organizations and businesses for family activities over February break Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Stand Center for the Arts launches “Raise the Roof” Capital Campaign

The Strand Center for the Arts is thrilled to announce the public phase of its ambitious “Raise the Roof” Capital Campaign. This significant initiative aims to secure $905,000 in funds for the comprehensive infrastructure improvements in our 95 year old arts center building. This campaign is a pivotal step in ensuring the longevity of the […]

Plattsburgh Public Library director retiring after 11 years of dedicated service

Click here for the MYNBC5 story 

Larry Hicks Jr. indicted for murder of Plattsburgh woman

Police are still looking to arrest him Click here for the MYNBC 5 story 

Plattsburgh State mourns loss of former coach Phoebe Strurm

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Time to roll up your sleeves

Peru – CVPH Donor Center Blood Brive, Monday, January 29, from 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St. in Peru. All blood collected is utilized in our local trl-county region. The drive is being coordinated by St. Augustine’s Knights of Columbus Council 7273.

Eloquent Visions: Honoring the Rich Tapestry of Black Artistry

(PLATTSBURGH, NY – Jan. 18, 2024) Strand Center for the Arts is proud to host “Eloquent Visions: Honoring the Rich Tapestry of Black Artistry,” a group exhibition featuring the work of Joel Tineo, William Ransom, Thomas Jerard Greene, Elizabeth Marques, Deanna Wolfe, Takeyce Walter and Winosha Steele. This diverse group exhibition aims to bring forth […]

$6.5M in federal funding to CVPH

FEMA allocation to support generator replacement project Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Plattsburgh parolee linked to Warren Co. burglary

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YESTERDAY, A TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES coming to the Stand

  · Tickets are LIVE! Buy them online at StrandCenter.org, in-person, or call us at 518-563-1604

City approves police chief appointment, 2024 Budget

Okays eight bass fishing tournaments June to August, 2024 Click here for the Sun Commnity News story 

Free ham for Vets today at Yandos in Skyway Plaza

Local Veterans, come to Yandos in Skyway Plaza from 9 am-2 pm for a free holiday ham. Just bring proof of service. Happy Holidays! #Vetshelpingvets #HomewardBoundAdirondacks

Plattsburgh Mayor plans to appoint Peter Mitchell as chief of police

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Plattsburgh mayor calling for Council-Manager consideration

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City Fire Department stops fire at Georgia Pacific plant

Crews seek fire source in heavy smoke conditions Click here for the Sun Community News story 

CVPH Diabetes Self-Management Education Set for January 9

Three-part program offers information, practical tips to those living with Type 2 Diabetes PLATTSBURGH, NY (12/12/2023) – A three-part Diabetes Self-Management Education Program sponsored by the University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) begins Tuesday, January 9 at the main hospital. The program, led by certified diabetes educators Ann Watts and […]

Medical Assistant Laura Crossman Honored for Supporting Patients, Colleagues

 PLATTSBURGH, NY (12/12/2023) – A Medical Assistant renowned for her unwavering support of colleagues while ensuring patients with diabetes get the care they need has been honored as the latest recipient of the BEE Award at The University of Vermont Health Network-Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH). Laura Crossman was presented the award during a surprise […]

Downtown parking fee enforcement resumes Dec. 11

On-street parking remains free everywhere in the downtown district Click here for the Sun Community News story 

RN Elizabeth Trudeau Honored for Helping Patients Feel at Home

PLATTSBURGH, NY – A Registered Nurse who helped a patient get through her struggles away from home has been honored as the latest recipient of The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses at The University of Vermont Health Network-Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH). Elizabeth Trudeau, BSN, RN was presented the award during a surprise ceremony with […]

Stewart’s closing Manning Blvd. shop due to public safety concerns

November 13, 2023 — Stewart’s Shops Corp. is closing its store at the corner of Manning Boulevard and Central Avenue in Albany following a surge in theft, robberies and threats of violence that have created an unsafe environment for our customers and our partners who work there. This unfortunate decision is driven by the need to ensure the safety […]

STEC, SIMPSON BILL RENAMING BRIDGE AFTER FALLEN HERO OFFICIALLY SIGNED INTO LAW

Chesterfield bridge will now be the Lance Cpl. Scott Lee Schultz Memorial Bridge  Legislation sponsored by Senator Dan Stec (R,C-Queensbury) and Assemblyman Matt Simpson to rename a bridge after a deceased local hero has been officially signed into law by Governor Hochul. Bill S2905/A4033 renames a bridge on state Route 22, crossing over I-87 in […]

STEC HONORS GREGORY LEE AS INDUCTEE INTO NEW YORK STATE SENATE’S 2023 VETERANS HALL OF FAME

Senator Dan Stec (R, C-Queensbury) nominated Plattsburgh resident Gregory Lee for the 2023 New York State Senate Veterans Hall of Fame. During the Disabled American Veterans ceremony held at Plattsburgh Barracks Veterans Park on Veterans Day, Stec presented Lance Corporal Lee with his official plaque inducting him into the hall of fame.  Gregory T. Lee […]

Clinton County Historical Association and Museum November 2023 History Presentations

Tuesday, November 14, 2:30 pm.  A Virtual Tour of the Old Base Oval with Helen Nerska showing the original buildings and the histories associated with each one. The Grand Room, Meadowbrook Healthcare, 154 Prospect Ave, Plattsburgh. Thursday, November 16, 6:30 pm. The Catholic Summer School of America – A History in pictures with Robin Labarge […]

Canadian Pacific Holiday Train returns to the North Country

Saturday, Nov. 25 stops include Fort Edward, Port Henry, Plattsburgh and Rouses Point Click here for the Sun Community News story 

End the silence on health care violence.

Our staff share their stories, as a national crisis hits home. Across the country, health care staff suffer more violent assaults than any other profession.  Click here to view the UVN Health Network Video