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Assemblyman Billy Jones joins community shoe drive for Ukraine

           Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay Lake) will be collecting gently used sneakers for men sizes 8-13 at his district office in Plattsburgh as part of a community shoe drive for Ukrainian soldiers. Dmitry Feld, a Ukrainian native living in Lake Placid, is the main organizer and will send a shipment of shoes to Ukraine later in […]

Stefanik Co-Leads Letter to Customs and Border Protection Urging Resolving of Northern Border Staffing Shortages

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Stefanik, Co-Chair of the Northern Border Caucus, co-led a letter with Rep. Higgins (D-NY) to Customs and Border Protection (CBP), requesting that CBP and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) address staffing and resource shortages at the Northern Border. In the letter, the lawmakers state, “Excessive delays for travelers cannot continue as we are […]

Second teen in Saranac Lake crash dies

Whiting donated four of his organs that day after dying from non-recoverable injuries. His death came nearly two weeks after he was in a car crash, which also took the life of one of his best friends, 17-year-old Lucas “Loo” Tendler. Click here for the Adirondack Daily Enterprise story

There’s still time to register for the Mission of Hope Golf Classic

From Venezuela through Roxham Road: “We made the decision to seek a better future”

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Ogdensburg to pay firefighters more than half a million dollars in back pay

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Phish to donate funds from special concerts to Vermont, New York flood recovery

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Are Your School-Aged Children Up-To-Date on Required Vaccinations for the Upcoming School Year?

Another school year is fast approaching and the Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) reminds residents that all children must be age-appropriately immunized to attend school in NYS. “We saw a number of children fall behind in required vaccinations and well-child visits due to the recent pandemic,” explained Nichole Louis, Supervising Public Health Nurse in the […]

“Sunday on Valcour Island” featuring tours of the Historic Bluff Point Lighthouse Sunday, August 6, 2023

Transportation leaving every 20 minutes from 9:20 am to 1:00 pm Peru Dock, 3930 State Route 9, Plattsburgh, $30 per person The public is invited to join the Clinton County Historical Association (CCHA) on Sunday, August 6, 2023, at the Peru Dock for the opportunity to visit the historic Bluff Point Lighthouse on Valcour Island. Round-trip […]

Plattsburgh Farmers Market plans Aug. 12 celebration

This year’s market features new vendors, a Little Free Library and Power of Produce Program Click here for the Sun Community News story 

St. Augustine’s Soup Kitchen Menu for Wednesday, July 26, 2023

Cheeseburger Casserole Corn Bread Dessert Served take-out only, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St., Peru, NY 12972 All are welcome at our table!

State picks closed Cazenovia College for training center, not Moriah Shock

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Spectrum is raising internet, cable TV and phone charges

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CVPH Peru Blood Drive on Monday, August 7

Peru – CVPH Donor Center Blood Drive, at St. Augustine’s Parish Center on Monday, August 7, from 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. All blood collected is utilized in our region. Coordinated by the Peru Knights of Columbus Council 7273

Major Disaster Declaration approved in New York, providing federal aid to flood victims

Clinton and Essex Counties are among those approved for FEMA funding Click here for the MyNBC5 story 

Flood watch in effect until 2 am Wed.

Flood Watch- National Weather Service Burlington VT, 341 PM EDT Tue Jul 18 341 PM EDT Tue Jul 18 2023 …FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM EDT WEDNESDAY… * WHAT…Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE…Portions of northern New York, including Clinton and Essex counties. All of central […]

St. Augustine’s Soup Kitchen Menu for Wednesday, July 18, 2023

Chuck Wagon BBQ Over Rice Carrots A Peach Dessert Served take-out- only, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St. Peru, NY All are welcome at our table!❤️

Paul Smiths College reorganization plans halted

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DIOCESE OF OGDENSBURG FILES FOR REORGANIZATION

Statement issued by Bishop Terry R LaValley Following extensive consultation with diocesan staff, the College of Consultors, Council of Priests, the Diocesan Finance and Pastoral Councils, priest and deacons, pastoral leaders, and a team of professional advisors, Bishop Terry R. LaValley, Bishop of Ogdensburg, authorized the filing of a Chapter 11 reorganization case by the […]

NYS Comptroller’s Findings in Town of Jay – The Supervisor did not maintain complete, accurate and timely accounting records, and in adequate financial reports were provided to the Board

Click here for the NYS Comptroler’s Report  Town of Jay – Records and Reports (2023M-22) Issued Date June 30, 2023 Audit Objective Determine whether the Town of Jay (Town) Supervisor maintained complete, accurate and timely accounting records and reports to allow the Town Board (Board) to effectively manage the Town’s financial operations. Key Findings The […]

50K Powerball ticket sold in Dannemora

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HamilSun Community Solar, LLC – HamilSun Community Solar Farm – Notice of Availability of an Environmental Assessment

14-day comment period. Published in the Press-Republican on July 12, 2023.  DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE Rural Development HamilSun Community Solar, LLC – HamilSun Community Solar Farm Notice of Availability of an Environmental Assessment AGENCY: Rural Business Service (RBS), USDA ACTION: Notice of Availability of an Environmental Assessment SUMMARY: Notice is hereby given that the Rural Business […]

Thunderstorms could create more flooding, strong winds, weak tornadoes in Vermont, New York

Clouds will begin forming in Northern New York around 2pm on Thursday, and will move east, with a line of thunderstorms making its way into Vermont into the early evening. Click here for the MYNBC5 story 

Enrollment is exploding in BOCES high school career and technical programs

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Strand offering open rehearsal space for music and theater artists

Have you heard about our new Open Rehearsal Hours project? This project enhances our ability to provide accessible rehearsal space for artists working in music and performance art. For more details about the project and how to request use of our Music Studio and Theatre, visit our website: https://www.strandcenter.org/open-rehearsal-hours The New York State Council on […]