Trump picks loyalist with no prosecutor history as U.S. attorney in Upstate NY
Posted: March 5th, 2025 under Corruption in Gov't., Northern NY News, Political News, Upstate New York.
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Burlington voters approve water bonds, gun control and eviction measures by large margins
More than 80% of voters supported the water bonds and a measure to ban guns in establishments that sell alcohol.
Posted: March 5th, 2025 under City News, Environmental News, Lake Champlain News, Peru/Regional History, Regional NY-VT News.
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DEC Forest Rangers and NYS Police rescue three persons injured in Vermont plane crash
Bennington County, Vermont
Wilderness Rescue: On Feb. 26 at 9:20 a.m., New York State Police (NYSP) Aviation received a call to assist with a plane crash on Mt. Equinox in Bennington County, Vermont. The report indicated three passengers were aboard the plane at the time of the crash. Forest Rangers Gullen and Thompson were preparing for a day of hoist training out of Albany International Airport with NYSP Pilots Anderton and Sperber and Trooper Aurigema. When the call came in, the crew piloted the rescue helicopter to the crash site. At 12:15 p.m., Trooper Aurigema lowered both Forest Rangers to the subjects. Rangers packaged the patients and Trooper Aurigema hoisted them into the helicopter. An ambulance took two of the patients to the hospital and a MedFlight transported the third patient. A video featuring the rescuers is available on DEC’s Facebook page.
Posted: March 5th, 2025 under Law Enforcement News, Regional NY-VT News, State Government News.
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March 15 – Relay for Life of Plattsburgh KICK-OFF 2025
Posted: March 5th, 2025 under Charity Events, City News, Community Events, General News, Heathcare News, Northern NY News.
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State to offer $80 million for flood resiliency projects
Posted: March 4th, 2025 under Adirondack Region News, Environmental News, Northern NY News, State Government News, Statewide News.
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Frontier Town becomes catalyst for changing New York state land acquisitions
Frontier Town Campground, Equestrian and Day Use Area is not quite “the gateway to the Adirondacks,” state and local officials had hoped for when they donned cowboy hats for its grand opening in 2018.
Posted: March 4th, 2025 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, General News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, State Government News.
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Stec joins effort to end tax on overtime, tipped wages
Dan Stec top row
March 3, 2025 – Albany – Senator Dan Stec (R, C-Queensbury) participated in a press conference calling for an end to the state tax on overtime and tipped wages. Given the increased cost of living due to inflation and the difficulties many New Yorkers face in making ends meet, ending this tax is a common-sense way to provide relief to working families.
“Ending the tax on overtime and tipped wages should be a bi-partisan issue,” said Stec. “During last year’s election, President Trump called for an end to the federal tax on tipped wages and then-Vice President Harris followed suit. While the federal government works to eliminate it on that end, state government should do the same.
“I was pleased to join my colleagues in pushing to eliminate the state tax on overtime and tipped wages. Instead of one-time, inconsequential gimmicks like ‘inflation rebate checks,’ Governor Hochul and Democrat leaders should look to create some substantive, long-term relief for working families. That means permanently ending the tax on overtime and tipped wages,” he added.
Posted: March 4th, 2025 under Business News, Political News, State Legislator News.
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Paul Smith’s College & North Country Community College add to board of trustees, Adirondack Architectural Heritage welcomes new administrative assistant
Posted: March 4th, 2025 under Adirondack Region News, Education News, Environmental News, Northern NY News.
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Texas Republican has beef with NY, seeks to change name of a New York Strip steak
Posted: March 4th, 2025 under Agricultural News, Corruption in Gov't., General News, National News, Political News.
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Onondaga County’s first wind farm stirs controversy: Who has power over giant turbines?
Posted: March 4th, 2025 under Environmental News, National News, Political News, Statewide News, Town Board News, Upstate New York.
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Stec: Order making Body Scanner use mandatory a needed first step, passing legislation must follow
Senator Dan Stec (R, C-Queensbury) today issued the following statement after a DOCCS memo states that Governor Hochul has used the state of emergency concerning correctional facilities to make body scanner use mandatory for visitors: “On January 30, I visited Upstate Correctional Facility after an unknown chemical exposure and met with the superintendent, officers and civilian staff. During this meeting, I learned that body scanner use is optional for inmates and their visitors and on February 4, I introduced Senate bill S.4422 to close this loophole and make body scanner use mandatory. After introducing this bill, I wrote to both Governor Hochul and Senate Majority Leader Stewart-Cousins, requesting this measure be included in the upcoming state budget.
“The main reason correction officers across the state are on strike is that they are forced to endure extraordinarily unsafe working conditions. Making body scanner use mandatory for inmates and visitors is a crucial step in the effort to make correctional facilities safer.
“The governor and DOCCS’ decision to make body scanners mandatory for visitors during the ongoing state of emergency is a welcome first step that myself, officers and other advocates for prison safety have called for. But a temporary change in policy and executive order is exactly that, temporary and must go further.
“Mandatory use of body scanners for visitors and inmates must become a permanent change in policy and that requires a legislative resolution. I urge the governor and Legislative leaders to either pass my legislation concerning body scanners or include analogous language in this year’s state budget. It’s clear that the governor and DOCCS know that this is the right thing to do and given the fraught situation, immediate action on my legislation is more necessary than ever.”
Posted: March 3rd, 2025 under General News.
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Assemblyman Billy Jones: Tariffs on Canadian Goods Could Cause Trade War
3/3/25 – Assemblyman Billy Jones News Release
“I am disheartened by the federal administration’s decision to enact tariffs on Canadian goods starting at midnight. This will negatively impact our local transportation manufacturing sector, as well as both residents and local businesses because of our reliance on Canadian goods for our construction, agricultural and energy needs. Our northern neighbors have been our closest ally and trading partner for centuries. Due to how intertwined our economies are, this has a potential for a trade war that will only hurt businesses and residents on both sides of the border. This is no way to do business, and I will continue to push our federal government to do the right thing and rethink these tariffs.”
Posted: March 3rd, 2025 under Border News, Business News, National News, Political News, State Legislator News.
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Trump says 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico to go ahead
Posted: March 3rd, 2025 under Border News, Business News, Law Enforcement News, National News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History, Political News.
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Corrections officers fired as tentative deal fails to end wildcat strike
Posted: March 3rd, 2025 under Adirondack Region News, Community Events, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Political News, State Government News, State Legislator News, Statewide News, Upstate New York.
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Health insurance ending for corrections officers still on strike; National Guard still deployed
Posted: March 3rd, 2025 under Adirondack Region News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, State Government News, State Legislator News, Statewide News, Upstate New York.
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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 diverse experience in the educational field, having served as a teacher, coach, and administrator. She holds a Bachelor’s degree from the State University of New York at Potsdam and both a Master’s degree and Certificate of Advanced Study (C.A.S.) in Educational Administration from the State University of New York at Plattsburgh. Ms. Wilson’s career began as a High School English Teacher at Ausable Valley Central School, and she later advanced to various positions within the Plattsburgh City School District, including teacher, coach, assistant principal, principal and director of management.
“Having a regional impact on instructional programming and school support at CVES is what excites me the most about this position,” Wilson said. “While I have enjoyed my time working in Plattsburgh City School District, the opportunity to have an impact at CVES presents a unique opportunity that is very exciting. CVES has grown exponentially in the last decade, and school support services have been transformational for area schools. School districts’ needs continue to evolve and change, and I look forward to a collaborative approach to support schools.”
Wilson will collaborate closely with the CVES administration and CVES component district leadership as she transitions into her new role, beginning on April 28, 2025.
“Sue Wilson’s appointment marks an exciting step forward for CVES,” CVES Deputy Superintendent Dr. Eric Bell said. “Her leadership expertise and deep knowledge of instructional programming will be instrumental in elevating educational excellence across the North Country and enhancing the support we provide to school districts throughout the region.”
Assistant Superintendent for Educational Services Amy Campbell has overseen the School Support Services Division since her arrival in June 2021.
The responsibilities of S3 will transition in the coming months, adding additional support to the division.
“The School Support Services Division is a cornerstone of CVES, as it provides instructional support, professional development and a wide range of services including technology, library, communications and interscholastic athletics,” Campbell said. “Our staff is extremely passionate about their roles within CVES, and Ms. Wilson’s desire to lead the S3 division and support the talented, diverse team who provide services to every learner in the BOCES region make her the perfect fit for this new position.”
CVES Board President Michael St. Pierre echoed these sentiments, adding, “Appointing Sue Wilson was the right decision for our BOCES. Her dedication to education and commitment to excellence is clear, and we are thrilled to have her join the team.”
As excitement for this new position continues to grow, Wilson looks forward to building new relationships and continuing to make CVES a place that supports educators and students.
“We need to continue to meet the needs of our districts and provide the high level of support CVES is known for,” Wilson said. “CVES workshops can be transformational. The opportunity to have collaborative conversations with colleagues across districts allows people to come together and share our collective expertise all while knowing that the work we do on a daily basis supports our students.”
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Posted: March 3rd, 2025 under Adirondack Region News, Education News, Northern NY News.
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Major upgrades begin at Lacolle border crossing
Reconfigured booths and enhanced bus processing included
Posted: March 3rd, 2025 under Border News, Business News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, Upstate New York.
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North Country leaders stunned by tariff deadline reversal
Confusion and dismay after announcements that Canadian tariffs would still begin March 4
Posted: March 3rd, 2025 under Adirondack Region News, National History, National News, Northern NY News, Opinion, Peru/Regional History, Political News.
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Adirondack Park Invasive Plant Program releases 2024 annual report
Posted: March 3rd, 2025 under Adirondack Region News, Environmental News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Tax scams to watch out for this year
Posted: March 3rd, 2025 under Law Enforcement News, National News.
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Burlington residents weigh water system upgrades
Posted: March 3rd, 2025 under Environmental News, Lake Champlain News, Regional NY-VT News.
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A look at what happened in the US Government last week
Posted: March 2nd, 2025 under National History, Political News.
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Strictly Business magazine interviews Helen Nerska, Peru resident, Peru Town Historian and County Historical Association Director
Posted: March 2nd, 2025 under Adirondack Region News, Northern NY News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru/Regional History.
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