Cadyville Woman Charged In Check Fraud Investigation
New York State Police have arrested 62 year old Kathy J. Shatraw of Cadyville following a check fraud investigation in Clinton County. Investigators say Shatraw allegedly passed multiple bad checks while knowing there were insufficient funds in her account. She faces a felony charge of fourth-degree grand larceny along with misdemeanor larceny and bad check […]
Read MoreClinton Community College Confirms New President
Clinton Community College has officially named Ken Knelly as its new president. Knelly had been serving as acting president since last year and was confirmed this week by the college’s board of trustees. The appointment comes as the Plattsburgh-based college continues its integration with SUNY Plattsburgh following a move from its former standalone campus amid […]
Read MoreSyracuse Man Identified In Essex County Drowning
New York State Police have identified the victim in a drowning at Lincoln Pond in Essex County as 30 year old Ran Rai of Syracuse. Investigators say Rai was one of three people paddling near Lincoln Pond Campground on May 15 when their canoe overturned. Authorities have ruled the death accidental. Two others, both of […]
Read MoreTupper Lake Claims Third Straight Sectional Crown
The Tupper Lake Lumberjacks are Section X Class C baseball champions for the third straight year. Tupper Lake captured the title Monday at Tom Fay Field in Canton, continuing a winning tradition that players say includes bleaching their hair before the postseason. The Lumberjacks defeated St. Lawrence to secure another sectional championship and keep their […]
Read MoreRoad Salt Bill Gains Support In Albany
Supporters of a road salt reduction measure rallied in Albany as lawmakers race to finish work before the end of New York’s legislative session. The proposal would require more public reporting and information related to road salt use and its environmental impacts. Advocates say the bill would provide greater public access to data as lawmakers […]
Read MoreTurkey Rescue Highlights DEC Conservation Efforts
New York environmental conservation officers are highlighting wildlife protection efforts across the state. In Saratoga County, an officer rescued an injured wild turkey along Route 29 in Milton after it was apparently struck by a vehicle. The bird was treated at a rehabilitation facility and later released back into the wild. Statewide, environmental conservation officers […]
Read MoreFirst-Time Camper Program Returns For 2026
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is bringing back its First-Time Camper Program for 2026. The free program helps newcomers experience camping by providing tents, sleeping bags, camp chairs, firewood, and guidance from camping ambassadors. Participants can enter a lottery through June 12 for camping weekends at selected Adirondack campgrounds this summer. The […]
Read MoreRabid Fox Confirmed After Attacks In Westport
A fox that attacked people and animals in Westport has tested positive for rabies. The Essex County Health Department says two separate attacks were reported Saturday morning, prompting a coordinated response from emergency personnel and law enforcement. Several people identified as potentially exposed were directed to begin rabies treatment, while dogs involved in the incidents […]
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