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3 prison officials suspended » Breaking News » Press-Republican.

WASHINGTON—Tomorrow night Congressman Bill Owens will speak with constituents during a live telephone town hall. The call is part of the congressman’s ongoing effort to connect with constituents across the more than 16,000 square miles of New York’s 21st Congressional District. Congressman Owens will give a short update on events in Washington as they relate to the […]

Chazy, NY – July 30, 2013 – Come learn about the research, education, and demonstration programs at Miner Institute at our Open House on Saturday, Aug. 10 from noon to 4 p.m.! The event offers a great opportunity for visitors to learn about the history of agriculture at the Heart’s Delight Farm Heritage Exhibit and […]

Rouses Point man charged with arson, assault » Breaking News » Press-Republican.

Essex, Clinton added to disaster list » Local News » Press-Republican.

Lawrence Gooley: A Trip To The Big City – The Adirondack Almanack – The Adirondack Almanack.

“I was very surprised and disappointed to learn today of plans to close the Chateaugay Correctional Facility,” said Senator Betty Little. “My concern is for the correctional officers who would be affected and their families.  Without a doubt, the closing of a facility is a financial blow to them and the community. “I’m working on gaining more details […]

State to close Chateaugay Correctional » Local News » Press-Republican.

The 4th Annual Leo P. Bourgeois Memorial Golf Tournament has been scheduled for Friday, October 11th at the Adirondack Golf & Country Club in Peru.  Proceeds of the tournament fund scholarships in Mr. Bourgeois’ name for Peru Central School students.  Mr. Bourgeois or Mr. B as he was affectionately known was a highly respected and much loved […]

Today, Mayor Clyde Rabideau introduced hotel developer Chris LaBarge who, on behalf of his company, Lake Flower Lodging LLC, has applied for variances to construct a major destination resort hotel on Lake Flower Avenue on a site currently occupied by 3 local motels; Lake Flower Inn, Adirondack Motel and Lakeside Motel.LaBarge wants to build 90 […]

The Adirondack Dump: We’ve Come A Long Way – The Adirondack Almanack 

Schumer seeks rail car rule change – Times Union.

Governor shines spotlight on Adirondack Park.

From the Office of Congressman Bill Owens WASHINGTON—Today, Congressman Bill Owens joined 42 Democratic, one Independent and 37 Republican lawmakers and unveiled legislation to make the government more efficient. The group constitutes No Labels’ Congressional Problem Solvers  and their legislative package represents a starting point for future bipartisan cooperation. Owens is a co-sponsor of seven of […]

Watertown Daily Times | Deployment announced for Fort Drum’s 3rd Brigade Combat Team.

Local farmers struggle to catch up » Local News » Press-Republican.

Understanding NYS Tax Payments On State Lands – The Almanack – The Adirondack Almanack.

Watertown Daily Times | State plan guts St. Lawrence Psychiatric Center inpatient services; full impact on jobs, services unclear.

Brant Lake: A Rainbow Just Before Sunset – The Adirondack Almanack – The Adirondack Almanack.

Adirondack Fishing: How the Trout Got Its Spots – The Adirondack Almanack

Watertown Daily Times | Massena boy drowns in Grasse River.

For three Adirondack railroads, debate over taxpayer costs « The In Box.

Confirmed: Fort Drum losing 1,500 – 2,000 troops « The In Box.

By John T. Ryan There’s rarely a dull Peru Town Board meeting and the Monday, June 24, 2013 meeting was no exception.   The first 35 minutes of the meeting involved an alleged zoning law violation in one of Peru’s most beautiful neighborhoods on the shores of Lake Champlain. Coastland Drive residents Jay and Heidi […]

Adirondack Independence Day Celebrations – The Adirondack Almanack –