Chateaugay Man Charged in Child Exploitation Case
A 42 year old Chateaugay man is facing child exploitation charges following a search warrant investigation by New York State Police, Homeland Security Investigations and the Clinton County Sheriff’s Department. Craig M. St. Louis was charged with two counts of promoting an obscene sexual performance by a child and was remanded to the Franklin County […]
Read MoreState Offers $20 Million for Community Projects
The New York State Department of State is making nearly $20 million available through three community development and planning programs as part of the 2026 Regional Economic Development Council initiative. Funding will support waterfront revitalization, smart growth planning and brownfield redevelopment projects. Applications are being accepted through the state’s Consolidated Funding Application process through July […]
Read MoreSimpson Opposes Grocery Pricing Bill
Assemblyman Matt Simpson is opposing proposed legislation that would limit suppliers from offering volume-based discounts to retailers. Simpson says the measure could drive up grocery prices by forcing suppliers to raise wholesale costs across the board. He argues the bill would make New York less affordable at a time when families are already struggling with […]
Read MoreSimpson Opposes Redistricting Changes
Assemblyman Matt Simpson voted against legislation that would change New York’s redistricting process, arguing it weakens the voter-approved Independent Redistricting Commission. Simpson said the measure could lead to partisan gerrymandering by giving lawmakers greater influence over drawing legislative districts. He and other Assembly Republicans say they will continue to push for what they call fair […]
Read MoreCashman Secures Funding for North Country Projects
Assemblyman Michael S. Cashman says he secured more than $18 million in state budget funding for North Country projects and organizations. The largest allocation includes $12.5 million for water system repairs in the Village of Tupper Lake. Additional funding will support environmental, agricultural, educational and economic development programs across the region.
Read MoreStec Criticizes Correction Commission Appointment
State Senator Dan Stec is criticizing the appointment of Alexander Dockery to New York’s Commission on Correction. Stec voted against the nomination, noting Dockery has multiple felony convictions and arguing the appointment sends the wrong message to correction officers. Dockery’s nomination was approved by the State Senate as part of changes to state correction oversight […]
Read MoreForest Rangers Rescue Lost Hikers
New York State Forest Rangers responded to several wilderness rescues across the state in recent days, including assisting lost hikers on Giant Mountain in Essex County and locating an 88 year old missing hiker in Saratoga County. The Department of Environmental Conservation is reminding outdoor enthusiasts to carry extra food, water, clothing and emergency supplies […]
Read MoreCashman Supports Data Center Moratorium
Assemblyman Michael Cashman is backing a one-year statewide moratorium on new data center projects, saying the facilities could strain electric grids, raise utility costs and place added pressure on local water supplies. The North Country lawmaker says the pause will give New York time to study the environmental and economic impacts of large data centers […]
Read MoreSUNY Plattsburgh Releases Dean’s List
SUNY Plattsburgh has announced its Dean’s List for the Spring 2026 semester, recognizing undergraduate students who earned at least a 3.5 grade point average while completing a minimum of 12 credit hours. The honor roll includes students from 24 states, 17 countries and one member of the U.S. Armed Forces. Graduate students are not included […]
Read MoreSimpson Opposes Data Center Energy Bill
Assemblyman Matt Simpson is criticizing the proposed Responsible Data Center Development Act, calling it an expansion of New York’s climate policies that would encourage large-scale solar development in rural areas. The Adirondack Republican voted against the measure, arguing it could lead to the loss of forests and farmland while limiting the use of nuclear and […]
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