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Health insurance ending for corrections officers still on strike; National Guard still deployed

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CVES Appoints Sue Wilson as Director of School Support Services 

3/3/25 – CVES News Release PLATTSBURGH — Champlain Valley Educational Services is pleased to announce Sue Wilson’s appointment as Director of School Support Services (S3). After an extensive search, Ms. Wilson’s wealth of experience in education and administration makes her the ideal candidate for this new and exciting role.  Sue Wilson brings 25 years of […]

Major upgrades begin at Lacolle border crossing

Reconfigured booths and enhanced bus processing included Click here to view the Sun Community News story 

North Country leaders stunned by tariff deadline reversal

Confusion and dismay after announcements that Canadian tariffs would still begin March 4 Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Adirondack Park Invasive Plant Program releases 2024 annual report

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Strictly Business magazine interviews Helen Nerska, Peru resident, Peru Town Historian and County Historical Association Director

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Prison guards on strike have a list of complaints. Does NY’s deal address them?

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Adirondack homeowners face triple threat: high cost of repairs, contractor shortage, risk of flood damage

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Peru high school girls’ basketball wins regular season and sectional championship the same season

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Mary Anne Lake and Christina Cone Named SUNY Online Teaching Ambassadors 2025

Plattsburgh, NY – Clinton Community College is proud to announce that Mary Anne Lake and Christina Cone have been recognized as 2025 SUNY Online Teaching Ambassadors for their dedication to online education. Mary Anne Lake has a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science with a specialization in Toxic Substance Control from Oakland University in […]

Gov. Hochul addresses corrections mediation agreement

Hochul said the “resolution is just the beginning” to address systemic issues Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Lake Champlain Basin Program Reissues Request for Proposals for Projects that Boost New York Organization Capacity

Grand Isle, VT – The Patrick Leahy Lake Champlain Basin Program (LCBP) seeks proposals for projects that will support increased organizational capacity and long-term effectiveness of watershed organizations in the New York portion of the Lake Champlain watershed. Funding requests ranging from $25,000 to $150,000 will be considered. Approximately $300,000 is available to support awarded […]

COMMENTARY: Black Settlers of the Adirondacks

Opinion: Click here for the Adirondack Almanac story 

APA 2024 Annual Report Highlights Include Efforts to Enhance Science, Public Engagement, and Community Outreach

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Champlain College introducing resources and connections to help STUDENTS kick off their own startups.

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Here’s what conditions inside NY prisons have been like during the strikes

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Adirondack Climate Conference slated for March 6 at The Wild Center

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Dog Teather Law Advocates Address Clinton County Legislators

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Mediator for state, union announces tentative agreement to end prison strikes

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Environmental Conservation Police on Patrol

Animal Abuse Investigation in Jefferson County, Long Haul Violations in Sullivan County, and Ice Fishing Violations on Oneida Lake Animal Abuse Investigation – Jefferson County On Jan. 30, Environmental Crimes Investigator Jackson responded to a call from a concerned resident who reported finding the carcass of an animal believed to be a coyote near Skinner […]

North Country Chamber welcomes tariffs postponement

Canadian tariff paused again, but North Country impacts continue Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Labor relations expert weighs in on NY prison strikes

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Health Department wants County residents and towns to help reduce food waste

Last year, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) awarded the Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) a two-year, $200,000 grant to reduce food waste throughout Clinton County. At the Monday, February 24, Peru Town Board meeting, CCHD’s public health educator, Cody Douglas, described the county’s goals and asked Peru to consider participating, including […]

Washington Street resident voices concern about upcoming water-sewer tax increases 

By John T Ryan February 24, 2025, Town Board Meeting Highlights: Washington Street resident Michelle St. Onge expressed concern about the financial burden to residents related to planned water treatment and wastewater treatment plant upgrades. St. Onge estimated that water-sewer district taxes could increase by 60% or more. She suggested that non-profit, tax-exempt property owners […]

Two arrested for Ausable roadside robbery

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