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Archive for 'National History'

Historic Fort William Henry in Lake George offers unique reenactments, and exhibits to celebrate the fort’s 270th anniversary

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275 million free school lunches served in New York State during the past six months

Saving New York Families Up to $450 Million Per Month on Grocery Costs Albany, March 4, 2026 – During National School Breakfast Week, Governor Kathy Hochul today highlighted that within just the first six months of the school year, 275 million free school meals have been served in schools statewide. The Governor celebrated this milestone […]

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 […]

Vermont Air National Guard part of war effort in Iran

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Four interesting on the history events on the Historical Association’s March schedule

March 12th, 2:30 pm, Meadowbrook Healthcare, 154 Prospect Avenue, Plattsburgh. Welcome to the Witherill with memories shared from the book authored by the late Susan Howel Hamlin. March 12, 6 pm, Advisor’s Room, Beekmantown High School, Haynes Road Entrance, West Chazy– The Davidson Sisters: Darkness and Light. Local teenaged poets and sisters, Lucretia and Margaret Davidson, were once […]

Coach Mike Hogan inducted into NYS Hall of Fame

February, 28, 2026, Sections VII Facebook page – Tonight before the finals at the NYS Wrestling Championships, Coach Mike Hogan was again honored with a NYS Hall of Fame induction. He was already inducted into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dan Gable Museum. A lifetime achievement award for his success as a wrestler and […]

United States and Israel attack Iran

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Stefanik Statement on Operation Epic Fury

SARATOGA, N.Y., February 28, 2026 – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.), Chairwoman of House Republican Leadership, released the following statement: “As a senior Member of the House Armed Services Committee and the House Select Committee on Intelligence, I have always been consistent that Iran cannot have nuclear weapons capabilities that would threaten the national security of […]

Trump’s tariffs likely cost you hundreds of dollars. Will you get a refund?

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Tipped workers expect tax boon this year, but not a long-term fix

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Keeseville 250 Committee requesting participation in upcoming celebration

Community leaders, educators, faith organizations, etc. needed for July 19-26 week-long event Click here for the Sun Community News story 

New York’s Olympic legacy to get a $3M analysis

ORDA board approves maintenance planning process for Lake Placid and alpine facilities valued at $1B Click here for the Adirondack Explorer story 

Carl Rubino Feb. 20 Plattsburgh Concert Cancelled  

Message from Peter Cadieux, “I hate to do this, but it looks like a decent snowstorm is coming in, timed perfectly to affect travel plans tomorrow. So, we will try again in March and look forward to booking Carl Rubino for a later date. Stay safe!” Cancelled Concert at  Wood Wire and Voice Coffee House […]

CVPH Blood Donor Center announces its March blood drive schedule

Peru’s drive is March 16 Plattsburgh, NY – Blood donations to the Adirondack Blood Donor Center, a program of the University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) make a lifesaving difference for patients across the country, helping ensure a steady and reliable of blood for local surgeries, emergency care and ongoing […]

Vermont-schooled Mikaela Shiffrin wins gold, Ben Ogden a second silver in Olympic skiing

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Vermont skier Mac Forehand wins Olympic silver in big air

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Au Sable Forks Historic District now on the National Register

Residential, commercial, municipal owners in the district now eligible for tax credits, funding Click here for the Sum Community News story 

Governor directs state flags to half-staff in honor civil rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson

Flags Will Be Flown at Half-Staff Across New York State Tomorrow, February 18, and on the Day of Reverend Jackson’s Funeral Service Governor Kathy Hochul today directed flags to be lowered at half-staff to honor the life and public service legacy of civil rights leader Reverend Jesse Jackson, who passed away on Tuesday, February 17 […]

Thousands of Vermonters could lose food assistance as new work requirements take effect next month

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Lake Champlain fully freezes for the first time in 7 years

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Elana Meyers Taylor wins gold in monobob, Humphries takes bronze

Both women are in their 40s Click here for the NCPR story 

21 year-old hiker from New Jersey dies after losing the trail near Mt. Marcy summit

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From the Adirondacks to the Alps: NPR’s Brian Mann reports on North Country Olympians in Milan

Veteran NPR reporter with updates on local athletes competing in luge, bobsled, ski jumping, and more Click here for the Adirondack Explorer story 

History on parade: Adirondackers stand against eugenics at 1916 Winter Carnival

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‘On our own’: Vermont is getting less help from the feds to keep elections secure

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