Rouses Point Man Arrested on Bench Warrant
The Clinton County Sheriff’s Office says deputies arrested 28 year old Robert W. Syman of Rouses Point on a bench warrant issued by Plattsburgh City Court. Investigators say Syman failed to appear for a scheduled court date. He was arraigned and sent to the Clinton County Correctional Facility with bail set at one-thousand dollars cash.
Read MoreSUNY Potsdam Launches Online Special Education Degree
SUNY Potsdam has launched a fully online master’s degree program in inclusive and special education. School officials say the new program is aimed at career changers and recent graduates seeking New York teaching certification in students with disabilities. College leaders say the program is designed to help address the growing shortage of certified special education […]
Read MoreNew York Warns Residents About Home Improvement Scams
New York State Division of Consumer Protection is warning homeowners to watch for scams tied to spring and summer home improvement projects. State officials say consumers should avoid contractors demanding cash, pressuring quick decisions, or showing up unsolicited with claims of bargain repairs. The agency recommends getting written estimates, checking references, and never paying the […]
Read MoreLibraries Offer Free Birdwatching Kits Across Adirondacks
Adirondack Land Trust is partnering with libraries across the region to offer free birdwatching kits to the public. The “Birding for All” backpacks include binoculars, field guides, and birding tips that can be checked out like library books. The program is now available at 14 libraries in five counties as migratory birds return to Adirondack […]
Read MoreSaranac Lake Chamber Promotes Annual Community Celebration
Saranac Lake Area Chamber of Commerce is reminding residents that tickets are almost gone for its annual dinner celebration called “Seasons of Saranac” set for June 4th. The event highlights the businesses, people, and community spirit that make Saranac Lake unique throughout the year. Organizers say the evening will include food, drinks, networking, and awards […]
Read MoreSimpson Criticizes Democrats Over Solar Bill Delay
Matt Simpson is criticizing Assembly Democrats after a solar development reform bill failed to advance out of committee. Simpson says the proposal would have helped local governments guide solar projects toward rooftops, parking lots, and commercial properties instead of farmland and open space. The Adirondack Republican accused the Assembly majority of blocking debate on what […]
Read MoreDEC Reports Slight Increase in New York Deer Harvest
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation says hunters harvested more than 227-thousand white-tailed deer during the 2025 season, up about two percent from the year before. State officials say expanded crossbow hunting opportunities were widely used by hunters across New York. The agency also says, for the first time in modern state history, hunters […]
Read MoreSaranac Lake Man Sentenced in Child Sexual Assault Case
Saranac Lake Police Department says William Strack the Second has been sentenced to 25 years to life in state prison after being convicted of predatory sexual assault. Investigators began the case after allegations surfaced involving the sexual abuse of a child and later uncovered child sexual abuse material in Strack’s possession. Police say the sentence […]
Read MoreStec Praises Delay of Electric School Bus Mandate
Dan Stec is praising a five-year delay in New York’s electric school bus mandate, calling it a win for schools struggling with rising costs. The new state budget measure pushes the deadline for purchasing or leasing zero-emission buses from 2027 to 2035, and delays the requirement for fully electric bus operations until 2040. Stec says […]
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