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Registration Open and Abstract Deadline Extended for the 2026 Lake Champlain Research Conference

Grand Isle, VT –   Lake Champlain Sea Grant, in partnership with the University of Vermont’s Water Resources Institute, the Patrick Leahy Lake Champlain Basin Program/NEIWPCC, and the Lake Champlain Research Consortium, is pleased to host the 2026 Lake Champlain Research Conference. The conference will be held from January 26–27, 2026, at the University of […]

North Country at Work: Remote work brought him back to Lowville. Now he runs his own firm

Clarkson grad returns to the North Country and starts his own consulting company  Click here for the NCPR story 

Peru Town Board October 9 Meeting Highlights

The Town Board approved: Granting Town Supervisor Craig Randall the authority to approve routine change orders on the Wastewater Treatment Plant Project after conferring with the town’s engineer. The board’s goal is to “keep the project moving,” rather than delaying work until the next board meeting. A Murnane Building Contractors change order of $15,570.74 and […]

Peru Community Church is sponsoring a Community Art Project

Hello Peru! We have an exciting opportunity for all Peru residents! Peru Community Church is sponsoring a Community Art Project. The Subject is: “HOPE – what brightens your day?” PCC will provide a 12 x 12 inch canvas – YOU provide the Art. Pick up your free canvas on Saturday, 11/1 from 9-12 at PCC […]

2025 Stuff the Strand event a resonating success

Casella, Northern Adirondacks Kiwanis and Morrisonville Girl Scouts Troop 4202 recognized for impressive results Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Peru’s Owen Laforest applauded for making a heartfelt difference

Surpasses personal goal to help other kids during hospital visits and stays Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Peru to host Section VII gymnastics championships Saturday

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Plattsburgh murder suspect found guilty

The jury handed down the verdict Wednesday evening Click here for the WPTZ story 

Adirondack businesses try to capture electric vehicle traffic with chargers

EV charging stations have become more common at lodging facilities in recent years where guests can charge overnight Click here for the Adirondack Almanac story 

Look for good news? Here’s some!

NYS DEC reports: Vehicle and Hunting Compliance Checks – Hamilton County On Oct. 19, ECOs stationed at a check point in Hamilton County checked more than 100 vehicles, including hunters. Officers found no hunting violations, firearms that were safe and unloaded during their inspections, and legally tagged deer. These routine checks help to ensure that […]

ADK green group pauses plan to rename Coon Mountain

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Here are the specific NYS DOT North Country planned 2026 paving projects

$1.1 million to resurface Route 374 from Reservoir Road to the Route 3 overhead ramp in the Towns of Saranac and Plattsburgh, Clinton County. $1.1 million to resurface Route 87 between Exit 40 and the Beekmantown Rest Area in the Towns of Beekmantown and Chazy, Clinton County. $3.1 million to resurface Interstate 87 from the […]

NYS to pave 2,150 lane miles in addition to the core road and bridge program

View List of Paving Projects Broken Down by Region Here NYS News Release of 10/22/25 – Governor Kathy Hochul today announced an unprecedented investment to renew dozens of vital state roadways across New York State during the 2026 construction season. Leveraging the $800 million that Governor Hochul secured in the most recent state budget to […]

Regional Food Bank and Partners Detail Adirondack & North Country’s Largest Thanksgiving Meal Distribution Event  

Single-Day Thanksgiving Meal Pick-Up to thousands of individuals, families and seniors in the Adirondacks and North Country  Clinton Community College’s Institute of Advanced Manufacturing will be the local food distribution site on November 22.   PLATTSBURGH, NY (October 22, 2025) — Regional Food Bank leadership and volunteers, local partners, site partners, donors and local elected officials […]

Massena: NYS Power Authority concludes new power contract with Alcoa

Alcoa agrees to maintain a minimum of 500 full-time jobs NYS News Release, Oct. 22, 2205 – Governor Kathy Hochul today announced a new power supply contract between the New York Power Authority (NYPA) and Alcoa, a leading aluminum producer and one of the North Country’s largest employers. The contract includes a commitment of $30 […]

More Students are Choosing Clinton Community College

CCC Sees Highest Overall Student Enrollment Figures in Five Years PLATTSBURGH — Clinton Community College is continuing to grow, with fall enrollment up more than 9 percent over a year earlier and the highest since 2020. The college has 488 students enrolled on campus, up from 457 a year ago. In addition, full-time equivalent enrollment, […]

Teen accused of disrupting “No Kings” protest in Potsdam faces multiple charges

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The Smile That Said Everything: A Nurse’s Impact at the End of Life

New DAISY Award honoree Walter Rooks, RN ensures patient’s final moments filled with peace, respect  CVPH News Release – Oct. 21, 2025 – Plattsburgh, NY – When Jessica Furnia’s father, Ricky Taylor, was unexpectedly admitted to University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital, her world shifted in an instant. The man who […]

Skyrocketing Costs for New Yorkers Who Rely on Affordable Care Act Enhanced Premium Tax Credits

Average Annual Increase of Nearly $1,400 for Individuals and $3,000 for Couples Albany, Oct. 21, 2025 – Governor Hochul today slammed Washington Republicans for sending health care costs skyrocketing for 140,000 New Yorkers. As the GOP refuses to extend the existing enhanced premium tax credits, New Yorkers who rely on the ACA subsidies for affordable, […]

Learn about Alzheimers and the correlation between some veterans and dementia

The Alzheimer’s Association is partnering with the Peru VFW to offer free dementia centered education at the Peru VFW Memorial Post 309 on Nov. 18 @ 2:00pm. The Association will be offering light refreshments and would love to see a good turnout. A document that outlines the correlation between veterans and dementia is attached. More […]

Mooers woman found deceased as husband remains in custody

Chloe Henry’s remains were located in Chazy Tuesday morning as the homicide investigation continues Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Town of Jay continues climate-friendly efforts

Climate Smart Communities Taskforce completes solar array installation on highway garage Click here for the SunCommunity News story 

Longtime Mountain Lake PBS Thom Hallock host reflects on covering the North Country

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In Potsdam and around the North Country, people join “No Kings” rallies

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Ausable Valley Central School entering a period of fiscal challenge

Comprehensive financial study that looks into the district’s long-term financial outlook released Click here for the excellent Sun Community News story