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Archive for 'Law Enforcement News'

Lease approval moves $40M APA headquarters project forward

The Adirondack Park Agency is one step closer to moving from Ray Brook Click here for the Adirondack Explorer story 

South Burlington ICE Raid Triggers Large Protest

Demonstrators demanded the release of the three detained immigrants and called on Vermont police to answer for their role in the raid. Click here for the Seven Days story 

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

Click here for the NCPR story 

Annual report with data about how invasive species impact land, water and communities in the Adirondacks released

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 

Cornell student found with rifle at Syracuse University said he bought it to shoot ICE agents as ‘last resort’

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Are changes coming to New York’s climate law?

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Governor announces cybersecurity regulations and grants to protect NY water systems

Albany, March 11, 2026 – Governor Kathy Hochul today announced nation-leading cybersecurity regulations and $2.5 million in grants to help communities affordably protect their drinking water and wastewater systems. This comprehensive, unified approach equips drinking water and wastewater operators with the framework and tools to bolster their cybersecurity posture against increasingly sophisticated and dangerous cyber […]

ICE agents take man in custody in Vermont after hourslong standoff as protesters gathered

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A Quieter Budget Battle on Criminal Justice and Prison Reform

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Whiteface hit-and-run skiing accidents raise safety concerns

Two separate incidents left a child and senior seriously injured Click here for the Adirondack Explorer story 

DEC Announces 2026 Exam Dates for Falconry, Wildlife Rehabilitator, and Leashed Tracking Dog Licenses

Albany, March 9, 2026 – The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced the upcoming dates of examinations for individuals seeking licenses for falconry, wildlife rehabilitation, and leashed tracking dog handling. To provide enhanced access, DEC is offering these examinations online. “As part of our ongoing efforts to enhance the customer experience, […]

Car crashes into Trader Joe’s store in South Burlington

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Grand Isle man charged with attempted murder after allegedly running over sheriff’s deputy

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Forest Rangers locate deceased hiker, conduct several rescues

Town of Schroon Essex County Wilderness Recovery: On February 24 at 3 p.m., nine Forest Rangers joined NYSP in searching for a missing hiker. The 51-year-old from the state of Florida failed to check out of his lodging that morning. The hiker was last seen on February 19 and mentioned going snowshoeing on Crane Mountain. At […]

NYS received higher ranking in the nation for technology laws keeping kids safe online

Albany, March 4, 2026 – Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that New York State has received the top spot in a national ranking for technology laws that are keeping kids safe online. The Anxious Generation Movement (TAG) analyzed state policies across the nation in a new study called “The Childhood Index,” a first-of-its-kind ranking of […]

DEC announces 2026 I BIRD NY Challenge

Participants must identify 10 or more birds  Click here for the Adirondack Almanac story 

Police stop installing surveillance cameras in Saranac Lake. For now

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Discussion Time: Surveillance cameras in the North Country?

Saranac Lake announced the installation of high-tech Flock surveillance cameras—do these have a place in the North Country?  Click here for the Adirondack Almanac story 

Brave the cold. Be bold. Freezin’ for a reason.

PLATTSBURGH, NY, February 27, 2026  – The Plattsburgh Polar Plunge benefiting Special Olympics New York will take place on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at Plattsburgh City Beach on Lake Champlain. Hundreds of participants from across the North Country are expected to take the icy leap in support of local athletes with intellectual disabilities. The Polar Plunge […]

Recent NYS Environment Conservation Police Activity

Albany, February 27, 2026 Press Release – The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation’s (DEC) Division of Law Enforcement enforces the 71 chapters of New York State’s Environmental Conservation Law (ECL), protecting fish and wildlife and preserving environmental quality across New York. In 1880, the first eight Game Protectors proudly began serving to protect […]

Open doors no more: Vermont Statehouse to close some public entrances, add daily screening

A sad, sign of the times!  Click here for the vtdigger story 

NYS launches public awareness campaign to educate New Yorkers on access to behavioral heath treatment

Albany, February 27, 2029, News Release – Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the launch of a public awareness campaign to educate New Yorkers on regulations that improve access to mental health and substance use disorder care. The ‘Real Care, Real Access to Behavioral Health Services’ campaign highlights regulations that give New Yorkers with qualifying health […]