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New York declares state of emergency in North Country as ice storm hits

New York declares state of emergency in North Country as ice storm hits « The In Box.

Hydroelectric project coming closer in Moriah

Hydroelectric project coming closer in Moriah » Local News » Press-Republican.

Map of uninsured shows North Country doing OK

Map of uninsured shows North Country doing OK « The In Box.

Ogdensburg Psych Center Will Keep Inpatient Services

Feedback: Psych Center Will Keep Inpatient Services | WWNY TV 7 –  Today, Representative Bill Owens made the following statement after Governor Andrew Cuomo’s announcement that the St. Lawrence Psychiatric Center has been named a Regional Center of Excellence:  “Keeping the St. Lawrence Psychiatric Center open is the best outcome possible, and I applaud Governor […]

Three Regional Projects Awarded Major State Grants

Empire State Development’s Board of Directors met today in New York City and approved $12.4 million in funding for projects that will create more than 80 new jobs and retain 625 existing jobs throughout the Empire State. They include: Swarovski Lighting, Ltd. (North Country Region – Clinton County) – $450,000; Slic Network Solutions, Inc. – $976,426; and Trudeau […]

More than 60 charged in North Country’s biggest drug bust » Breaking News

More than 60 charged in North Country’s biggest drug bust » Breaking News » Press-Republican.

Nova Bus lands another contract » Breaking News

Nova Bus lands another contract » Breaking News » Press-Republican.

Winter Events, Lectures At Fort Ticonderoga

Winter Events, Lectures At Fort Ticonderoga – The Adirondack Almanack – The Adirondack Almanack.

Breaking: Adirondack Hudson River Gorge Wilderness Approved

Breaking: Adirondack Hudson River Gorge Wilderness Approved « The In Box.

CVPH plans to end cardiac surgeries

CVPH plans to end cardiac surgeries » Local News » Press-Republican.

Plattsburgh-Watertown Region Beats NYC 30-1 in Cuomo Contest

Plattsburgh-Watertown beats NYC 30-1 in Cuomo contest | Capital New York.

Culvert Repair Delayed and Costs Increase

By John T. Ryan Culvert repairs and legal expenses and will cost the Town of Peru more than expected. Vandalism also costs the Town both money and employee time. In action at the Town Board December 9, 2013 meeting, the Board approved a contract change order in the amount of $42,575. Highway Superintendent Michael Farrell […]

Region Chosen as Innovation Hot Spot Winner; Peru’s Walking Trail to receive $228,000

Region chosen as Innovation Hot Spot winner » Breaking News » Press-Republican.

Region receives $81.3 million in funding awards

Region receives $81.3 million in funding awards » Local News » Press-Republican.

Volunteers Will Be Needed

The United Way of the Adirondack Region, Inc. is embarking on a new phase of volunteerism: a seven county-wide priority to develop a disaster-specific volunteer program within the North Country Regional Volunteer Center (NCRVC).  The Disaster Preparedness Program will use the existing NCRVC infrastructure to expand and coordinate disaster volunteer resources, and engage New Yorkers […]

Almost 300 Peru Basic Star School Tax Exemptions at Risk

By John T. Ryan Almost 20% of Peru’s property owners may be paying an additional $566 in school taxes in 2014. As of this morning 295 people had not reapplied for the Basic Star Tax Exemption. In an attempt to curb fraud and abuse, New York State has required that all eligible property owners, including […]

LeBrun: APA’s timeless gift for all of us

LeBrun: APA’s timeless gift for all of us – Times Union.

Livingoods re-opens at former Crickets location in Peru – The Burgh

Livingoods re-opens at former Crickets location in Peru – The Burgh.

Buffalo Wild Wings opens Monday

Buffalo Wild Wings opens Monday » Local News » Press-Republican.

Lake George to get 24-hour guard against invasives

Lake George to get 24-hour guard against invasives – Times Union.

The fab of the future: Proposed Utica plant would produce larger, heavier computer chips

The fab of the future – Times Union.

Peru, NY, woman pumps out hundreds of holiday pies

Peru, NY, woman pumps out hundreds of holiday pies – WCAX.COM Local Vermont News, Weather and Sports-.

Dick, Marlow pace Div. I boys’ soccer all-stars » Sports » Press-Republican

Dick, Marlow pace Div. I boys’ soccer all-stars » Sports » Press-Republican.

State audit scolds Essex County

State audit scolds Essex County » NEW TODAY… » Press-Republican.

Saratoga Casino site no longer a safe bet – Times Union

Casino site no longer a safe bet – Times Union.