Rouses Point Prepares for Stars and Stripes Celebration
Rouses Point will celebrate America250 and the 65th annual Stars and Stripes festival June 26th through 28th. The three-day event features live music, a street parade, food vendors, children’s activities, a chicken barbecue, and fireworks. Organizers say this year’s celebration will be the largest yet, honoring both the nation’s 250th anniversary and a longtime North […]
Read MoreAdirondack Mountain Bike World Series Ending After 2026
State officials say international mountain bike races in the Adirondacks will end after this year’s event. The Olympic Regional Development Authority has decided not to renew its contract for the UCI Mountain Bike World Series following the 2026 competition. The races drew environmental criticism and generated significant costs, despite attracting riders and spectators to the […]
Read MoreChamplain Mall Demolition Planned After Sale
A long-vacant shopping mall near the Canadian border in Champlain could soon be torn down following its sale to new owners. Town officials say the former Miromar Mall property will be demolished and prepared for future development. Local leaders hope the site will eventually include housing and commercial space, replacing what has become a deteriorating […]
Read MoreCashman Announces Funding for North Country Programs
Assemblyman Michael Cashman has secured nearly $100,000 for community programs across the North Country. The funding includes $50,000 for the Child Care Coordinating Council, $25,000 for the Franklin County Community Friendship Volunteer Program, and $20,000 for the Joint Council for Economic Opportunity. Officials say the money will support families, seniors, and residents facing economic hardship.
Read MoreBlack Bass Season Opens Monday in New York
New York’s regular black bass fishing season opens Monday and runs through November 30. State environmental officials say anglers will find excellent largemouth and smallmouth bass fishing opportunities across New York, including Lake Champlain and the St. Lawrence River. Fishermen are reminded to check current regulations, as size and catch limits vary by waterway.
Read MorePlattsburgh Police Receive Funding for Mobile Outreach Unit
A new mobile community outreach program is coming to Plattsburgh after funding was approved for the city’s C.O.P.S. Mobile initiative. Police say the converted outreach vehicle will provide safety education, fraud prevention information, internet safety resources, bike registration, and neighborhood problem-solving events. Officials expect the program to begin operating in the spring of 2027.
Read MoreAssembly Passes Baby Product Safety Measures
New York lawmakers have approved legislation aimed at increasing safety and transparency in baby food, infant formula, and cosmetic products. The measures would require manufacturers to conduct regular testing for toxic heavy metals, publish results for consumers, and add QR codes linking to safety information. A separate bill would require clearer labeling of ingredients and […]
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