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Clinton County Health Department Receives Health Department Clinical Services AccreditationClinton County, NY, March 12, 2023.

On January 31, 2024, the Compliance Team (TCT), a nationally recognized healthcare accreditation organization approved by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), announced the award of Exemplary Provider® status to the Clinton County Health Department (CCHD). This recognition follows the successful completion of TCT’s Health Department Clinical Services Accreditation program. Debra Tackett, MSN, […]

Hunter Education Classes Available Before Spring Turkey Season

All first-time hunters planning to go afield this upcoming spring turkey season must first complete a mandatory hunter education course before they can purchase a hunting license. In-person, instructor-led hunter education courses are being offered throughout NYS during March and April. Classes fill quickly, so do not delay in registering for a course. All classes […]

Town of Beekmantown: Solar Eclipse Viewing

Beekmantown, New York 3/12/2024 The Town of Beekmantown invites you to experience the solar eclipse at the Beekmantown Town Hall and Recreation facilities located at 571 Spellman Road, West Chazy, NY, 12992, on Monday, April 8, 2024. View this once-in-a-lifetime event from our spacious fields with lots of parking. Starting at approximately 2:00 PM, a […]

ANNOUNCING Hill & Hollow Music Presents: Alan Blackman Jazz- Performing “Coastal Suite”

Join us in the theatre on May 19 at 3 PM to enjoy Baltimore-based jazz artists performing The Coastal Suite, a milestone in the rising career of award-winning composer-pianist Alan Blackman! The Coastal Suite represents a highly programmatic sound universe that encourages the musicians to imitate nautical sounds and expand the vocabulary of their instruments […]

Takeaways from $57M World University Games

Click here for the Adirondack Explorer story 

Low temps to resemble normal high temps

National Weather Service – Burlington @NWSBurlington · Temperatures will be well above normal for the next several days and the lows will be much closer to the normal high temperatures than the normal low temperatures

Clinton County Legislature Meeting of February 28, 2024. Laurie Parsons describes Elmore SPCA’s financial challenges.

Thank you, Home Town Cable, for taping all the Legislature’s meetings. Mrs. Parsons begins at the 19:00 minute mark. 

Report forecasts pressing demand for Vermont nurses within the next two years

The VT. nursing sector has seen a decline of 1,700 jobs compared to this time in 2019. Click here for the MYNBC5 story 

“Guys and Dolls” coming to Assable Valley

AuSable Valley Central School District· Tickets are now on sale for this year’s production, Guys and Dolls. Show dates are March 14th, 15th, and 16th at 7:00 pm and March 17th at 2:00 pm at the AuSable Valley Middle/High School auditorium. Last year we sold out our Saturday and Sunday shows, so order your tickets […]

PRICE CHOPPER/MARKET 32 ANNOUNCES CAMPAIGN TO RAISE MONEY FOR THE MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY ASSOCIATION

(SCHENECTADY, N.Y.)  Price Chopper/Market 32 has launched a campaign to help raise funds for the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). During the month of March, customers have the opportunity to round up their change at checkout, 100% of which will go directly to MDA. Price Chopper/Market 32 will match all funds raised, up to $10,000. MDA […]

An amazing number of regional Solar Eclipse Events

3/11/2024 – Plattsburgh, NY – As the celestial event of the decade approaches, the Adirondack Coast community is abuzz with excitement, gearing up for an extraordinary celebration surrounding the April 8, 2024 Total Solar Eclipse. From captivating educational experiences to celestial-themed festivities, both residents and visitors are in for an unparalleled cosmic adventure. Solar Eclipse […]

Snow and high winds expected today

NWS Burlington [3/11 6 AM] Another 1-3″ of snow is expected in the Champlain & St. Lawrence Valleys with 6-12″ along the western slopes of the Adirondacks & Greens today. Strong 35-55 mph northwest gusts may combine with snow-laden trees/power lines & lead to isolated power outages. #VTwx #NYwx

Registration underway for girls basketball camp

St. Augustine’s Soup Kitchen Menu for Wednesday, March 13, 2024

Pork Chops Stuffing Vegetable Applesauce Dessert Served 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St., Peru, NY 12972 All are invited and welcome!

6″ to 12″ of snow tonight some in our region

NWS Burlington @NWSBurlington Additional 6-12” of snow is expected tonight through early evening Monday, mainly across the western facing slopes of the Adirondacks and Greens. Strong gusts of 35-50 mph combined with the weight of heavy snow on tree limbs may lead to continued and additional power outages.

Students with disabilities prepare for glory

Unified basketball welcomes Peru at premiere assembly game Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Republicans tap former mayor Donald Kasprzak to run in Plattsburgh race

Click here for the WCAX story 

Here’s how to participate in New York’s presidential primary

Click here for the NCPR story 

Allegiant Announces New Route to Florida with One-Way Fares as Low as $79

✈️ Exciting News! ✈️ Get ready for a seamless journey as Allegiant proudly introduces a new nonstop route from Plattsburgh International Airport (PBG) to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) beginning June 12, 2024. Embark on your next escape with one-way fares starting at just $79*, making travel dreams a reality. Revel in the ease of […]

Senior Services on the Chopping Block in NY

Click here for the Mountain Lake PBS story 

March 14 – Corned Beef and Cabbage at the Peru VFW

Operator of A Canine Gem formally charged

A Canine Gem animal rescue operator is facing more than 50 charges including six felonies and 48 misdemeanor counts. Click here for the Press-Republican story 

Council moves ahead with City Hall roof repairs

I should have shared this excellent February 3, 2024, Kim Dedam, Sun Community News story. It traces Plattsburgh City Hall’s history. Its architct designed the Jefferson Memorial in Washington, D.C. Click here for the Sun Community News story 

The Howl Story Slam returns for its 8th season

The Adirondack Center for Writing (ACW) and North Country Public Radio (NCPR) have announced the first five Howl Story Slams of the 2024 season. “Anyone can sign up to tell a story. Stories must be: true, under five minutes, adhere to the night’s theme and told without notes.” The first event is set for Wednesday, […]

Adirondack Regional Blood Center Plans March Blood Drives

Blood collected by CVPH program helps thousands of North Country residents  The next drive in Peru is Monday, April 1.  PLATTSBURGH, NY (3/05/2024) – The Adirondack Regional Blood Center,  in collaboration with numerous generous sponsors, will conduct several blood drives open to the community in March.  The Blood Center is a program of the University […]