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Starting March 27, 2024, the New York State Move Over Law will expand to include all stopped vehicles

NewYorkStatePolice @nyspolice Starting March 27, 2024, the New York State Move Over Law will expand to include all stopped vehicles. Let’s work together to keep all motorists safe! Please slow down and move over! Governor Kathy Hochul reminded drivers that New York’s Move Over Law will soon be expanded to include all vehicles, improving highway […]

Friday, March 22, 3:30 PM Ausable Chasm, NY

Thank you, Bob Woods, for your beautiful photo of this very special place.

Former CVPH employee Robert Thibodeau indicted on multiple charges following arrest

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Deceased suspect linked to June 2023 Yando’s robbery

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Lead paint settlement: Syracuse landlord promises to fix 19 homes after 11 kids poisoned

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Hear one mother’s experience visiting her son in prison in the Adirondacks

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Recent Local DEC Forest Ranger Actions

Town of Black Brook Clinton County Wilderness Rescue: On March 14 at 12:51 p.m., Ray Brook Dispatch received a call from Clinton County 911 requesting Forest Ranger assistance with an injured hiker on the summit of Catamount Mountain. Ranger Odell contacted the distressed hiker, who indicated she had hurt her ankle and could not walk. […]

Prison jobs used to be sought after in NY. So why are thousands unfilled?

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Sheriff’s deputies arrested a West Chazy man over the weekend for a parole violation, in connection with a 1997 murder of his grandfather.

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Dogs seized from A Canine Gem will be ready for adoption soon, officials say

The adoption process will be facilitated through Elmore SPCA, and the community is reminded not to visit the jail for information about the dogs Click here for the MYNBC5 story 

Petition calls for Clinton County sheriff to resign amid jail allegations

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CENTRAL NY NEWS Kia thieves take more than cars: Syracuse victims lose money, jobs, a ride named ‘Betsy’

More than 900 Kias and Hyundais were stolen in the Syracuse area last year and the theft rate is even more this year.  Click here for the Syracuse.com story 

Police investigate fatal crash in Franklin County, NY

New York State Police are investigating after a driver was killed on Route 3 in Harrietstown Click here for the MYNBC5 story

Push for stricter animal neglect and abuse laws intensifies in Clinton County

Mooers Town Supervisor Jeff Menard, along with the County Legislature, say they are currently considering passing a tethering law Click here for the MYNBC5 story 

Hunter Education Classes Available Before Spring Turkey Season

All first-time hunters planning to go afield this upcoming spring turkey season must first complete a mandatory hunter education course before they can purchase a hunting license. In-person, instructor-led hunter education courses are being offered throughout NYS during March and April. Classes fill quickly, so do not delay in registering for a course. All classes […]

Vermont State Police Corporal Eric Vitali suffered brain, spinal injury in crash, officials say

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Clinton County Legislature Meeting of February 28, 2024. Laurie Parsons describes Elmore SPCA’s financial challenges.

Thank you, Home Town Cable, for taping all the Legislature’s meetings. Mrs. Parsons begins at the 19:00 minute mark. 

Central NY woman stole almost $2 million over 7 years from her employer

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$4.5M for Saranac Lake emergency complex

Federal appropriations bill includes money for new joint emergency services complex Click here for the Adirondack Daily Enterprise story 

NYS Police mourn death of NYS Trooper in Texas helicopter crash

NewYorkStatePolice @nyspolice It is with deep sadness that the New York State Police announce the death of Trooper John M. Grassia III. Trooper Grassia died in a helicopter crash during a support mission for the US National Guard. We offer our condolences to the all of the families impacted by this tragedy. See the Times-Union […]

Operator of A Canine Gem formally charged

A Canine Gem animal rescue operator is facing more than 50 charges including six felonies and 48 misdemeanor counts. Click here for the Press-Republican story 

Rangers carry out injured hikers in two overnight rescues in the Adirondacks

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Animal rights advocate calls for tighter regulations on dog tethering in Clinton County

The recent investigation of A Canine Gem has boosted awareness of animal rights Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Pedestrian killed in hit-and-run accident on Shelburne Road

Story Update 3/4/24 – Police identified the cyclist as 73-year-old Joseph Byrd Allen of Shelburne. Click here for the MYNBC5 story

Central NY trooper’s daring rescue of boy from burning house earns NY’s highest award

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