Pilot Killed In Saratoga County Airport Crash
New York State Police have identified the pilot killed in a plane crash at Saratoga County Airport. Authorities say 58 year old James R. Stewart of Caroga Lake was the sole occupant of a Piper PA-25 that crashed last Tuesday while towing a glider. The incident remains under investigation as officials work to determine what […]
Read MoreSaranac Lake Finance Committee To Hold First Meeting
The Village of Saranac Lake is launching a new finance committee aimed at providing additional oversight of village spending. The committee is scheduled to hold its first meeting today, and will meet every two weeks to review finances. Under the plan, members will review expenditures exceeding $2,500, examine existing contracts, and look for opportunities to […]
Read MoreSaranac Lake Names New Administrative Team
The Saranac Lake Village Board has unanimously appointed four people to key administrative positions. Brandee Reiley has been named village manager, Laura Ferranti will serve as village clerk, Chrissie Wais as treasurer, and Cassandra Van Cott as deputy clerk-treasurer.
Read MoreDEC Urges Public To Leave Young Wildlife Alone
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is reminding residents to avoid handling young wildlife this spring and summer. DEC says fawns, baby birds, and other young animals are rarely abandoned, and human interference can do more harm than good. The agency advises people to observe wildlife from a distance and contact a licensed […]
Read MoreNorth Country Veteran Honored In Albany
A Plattsburgh veteran was recognized at the New York State Capitol during Women Veterans Recognition Day. Assemblyman Michael Cashman hosted Air Force veteran Starr Burke, who served from 1983 to 1992, including during Desert Storm. Following her military service, Burke worked for Clinton County and helped launch the Veterans Feeding Veterans Program. She was honored […]
Read MoreLake Placid Students Visit State Capitol
Fifth-grade students from Lake Placid Elementary School got a firsthand look at state government during a visit to Albany on Friday. Assemblyman Michael Cashman hosted the class, which toured the Federal Courthouse, visited the State Capitol, and was recognized on the Assembly floor.
Read MoreAffordable Housing Project Opens In Keene
A ribbon-cutting ceremony is scheduled for Thursday evening in Keene to celebrate the opening of Both Meadow Trail, a new affordable housing development designed for working professionals. The neighborhood features four newly built homes, each initially priced at $160,000, well below the average home price in the Adirondack region. The event begins at 5 p.m.
Read MorePlattsburgh Woman Charged With Stalking
39 year old Abigail C. Anderson of Plattsburgh has been charged with fourth-degree stalking following an investigation by the Clinton County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies say a victim reported multiple incidents involving Anderson allegedly appearing at the victim’s workplace and making phone contact without a legitimate purpose. Anderson was arrested last Thursday evening, processed at the […]
Read MoreRed Cross Urges Blood Donations
The American Red Cross here in New York is calling for blood and platelet donors after a sharp decline in scheduled donations caused the national blood supply to drop by several thousand units in a week. Officials say donations are especially important heading into the busy summer season, when accidents and emergencies often increase the […]
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