Wilmington Man Charged in Assault Case
New York State Police say 43 year old Sean M. Bavis of Wilmington has been arrested after allegedly assaulting a neighbor with a leaf blower. Investigators say the incident happened after the neighbor confronted Bavis for reportedly being on the property and looking through windows. The victim was treated at a hospital, while Bavis was […]
Read MoreCedarwood Group Acquires Will Rogers Community
Cedarwood Group has acquired Saranac Village at Will Rogers in Saranac Lake from Kaplan Development Group. The historic senior living community was originally established as a memorial to entertainer Will Rogers following his death in 1935. Cedarwood officials say operations will continue without interruption and the company plans future investments while preserving the property’s historic […]
Read MoreState Expands Fight Against Harmful Algal Blooms
Governor Kathy Hochul says New York State has now invested more than 400 million dollars to combat harmful algal blooms in lakes and waterways statewide. The state is also launching a new 2 POINT 5 million dollar research grant program aimed at improving water quality and public health. Environmental officials say the funding will support […]
Read MoreUsed Bookstore Opening in Keeseville
The Friends of the Keeseville Free Library will open a new used bookstore Saturday inside the Keeseville Methodist Church Hall. The nonprofit group says the shop will raise money to support library programs and community events. Shoppers will be able to fill a bag with used books for a suggested 10 dollar donation, and organizers […]
Read MoreTuberculosis Research Advances in Saranac Lake
Researchers at the Trudeau Institute in Saranac Lake have received major federal grants to continue work on new tuberculosis treatments. Dr. Michaelle Chojnacki was awarded more than 3 million dollars in National Institutes of Health funding to study compounds that could shorten treatment times and fight drug-resistant tuberculosis. The institute traces its tuberculosis research roots […]
Read MoreSaranac Lake Students Honored for Albany Advocacy
Six Saranac Lake High School students were recognized by the school board for lobbying state lawmakers in Albany earlier this year on behalf of the district. Students met with Senator Dan Stec and Assemblyman Michael Cashman to discuss changes to the state’s electric school bus mandate and education funding formula. Those honored included Lauryn Caldwell, […]
Read MoreBusinessman Urges Support for Tupper School Budget
Tupper Lake businessman Steve Jellie is urging residents to support the Tupper Lake Central School District budget ahead of next week’s vote. The proposed 23 POINT 3 million dollar budget carries a 4 POINT 9 percent tax levy increase and requires a 60 percent supermajority to pass. Jellie told town leaders the district cannot afford […]
Read MoreClinton Community College Names Top Graduates
Clinton Community College has named Brett Herrick of North Hudson as valedictorian and David MacAlpine as salutatorian for the Class of 2026. Herrick, an individual studies major, was recognized for academic achievement and leadership in science programs, while MacAlpine, a U.S. Army veteran, earned honors for student leadership and human services work. Both graduates plan […]
Read MoreTupper Lake Board Seeks State Audit
The Tupper Lake Town Board has voted to request a state audit following a heated meeting that drew strong public interest and debate. Town leaders also say they plan to continue working with the village on a joint zoning law despite ongoing disagreements surrounding the issue. The meeting included comments from business owners, village officials […]
Read MoreCCIDA Approves First Workforce Training Project
The Clinton County Industrial Development Agency is expected to announce its first Workforce Development Program approval Thursday at the Institute for Advanced Manufacturing in Plattsburgh. The funding will support workforce training and upskilling programs through Clinton Community College’s manufacturing institute. Leaders say the project is designed to help address shortages in advanced manufacturing jobs by […]
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