DEC Reviews High Peaks Visitor Management Plan
New York environmental officials are reviewing new recommendations aimed at managing heavy visitor traffic in the Adirondack High Peaks. State officials say the study focused on crowding and visitor experience, while some Adirondack Park Agency members pushed for more attention on environmental protection and trail impacts.
Read MoreSaranac Lake Manager Leaving For Estonia Studies
Saranac Lake Village Manager Bachana Tsiklauri is resigning next month to study international diplomacy in Estonia. Tsiklauri, originally from the country of Georgia, says he plans to focus on military conflict resolution after witnessing war and unrest in his homeland as a teenager.
Read MoreTupper Lake Board Delays Battery Facility Decision
The Tupper Lake Town Board has delayed action on a possible moratorium involving battery storage facilities. Board members say they want more time to review arguments on both sides before making a decision. One resident also urged the town to consider forming a community task force on the issue.
Read MorePlattsburgh Man Charged In Village Suites Stabbing
Plattsburgh Police say 28 year old Anderson D. Blash was arrested after a violent assault that took place last Thursday night at the Village Suites complex on South Catherine Street. Investigators say Blash allegedly stabbed a 27 year old roommate multiple times during an argument, leaving the victim with serious injuries. The victim was later […]
Read MoreCVPH Team Earns National Certification
Every member of the sterile processing department at Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital has earned national certification as registered central service technicians. Hospital officials say all 18 team members passed a national exam covering sterilization, infection prevention, and patient safety standards.
Read MoreMayor To Honor Plattsburgh Vocal Ensemble
Mayor Wendell Hughes will honor the Plattsburgh High School Select Vocal Ensemble during a ceremony Thursday afternoon at City Hall. The group recently earned a Gold with Distinction rating at the New York State School Music Association Majors Festival, the highest rating possible at the highest level of difficulty. The ensemble will also perform live […]
Read MoreSUNY Plattsburgh Students Receive Chancellor’s Award
Two SUNY Plattsburgh seniors have received the SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence. Alison Hebert of Brushton and Reg Sutphen of California were recognized for academic achievement, leadership, campus involvement, and service. The award is considered the highest student honor in the SUNY system.
Read MoreState Expands Drinking Water Protection Program
New York state is expanding its Drinking Water Source Protection Program with 16 more municipalities receiving free technical assistance. State environmental and health agencies say the program helps communities protect drinking water supplies from contamination and improve long-term water quality planning.
Read MorePotsdam To Host Juneteenth Celebration
Potsdam’s seventh annual Juneteenth Celebration is set for Saturday, June 20 at the Ives Park Gazebo. The free event runs from 3 until 8 p-m and will feature music, dancing, children’s activities, food trucks, and historical presentations celebrating African-American culture and the history of Juneteenth.
Read MoreSUNY Potsdam Holds 206th Commencement Ceremony
SUNY Potsdam celebrated the Class of 2026 during commencement ceremonies Saturday as hundreds of graduates received degrees on the Academic Quad. The ceremony also honored sophomore Emily Smith, a member of the women’s basketball team who was killed in a traffic accident near campus earlier that morning.
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