Honor Flight Sends Veterans to Washington
Twenty-eight North Country veterans departed Plattsburgh Saturday on Honor Flights 70 and 71 to Washington, D-C. Among them were brothers Gary and Elmer Durant, who served during the Vietnam era. Organizers say the trip marked the final Honor Flight before the nation’s 250th anniversary celebration next year.
Read MoreWill Rogers Lecture Explores Adirondack Indigenous History
Saranac Village at Will Rogers in Saranac Lake will host a free presentation on Adirondack Indigenous history, Thursday at 2:30 p-m. Authors Curt Stager and David Fadden will discuss their book, “The First Adirondackers,” and explore 12,000 years of Indigenous history in the Adirondack region. Light refreshments will be provided.
Read MoreThree Arrests Reported by Clinton County Sheriff’s Office
The Clinton County Sheriff’s Office reports three recent arrests. Austin D. Velie of Plattsburgh and Matthew E. Hebert of Champlain were each charged with second-degree criminal contempt for allegedly violating court-issued orders of protection. In a separate case, Kevin I. D. Dupigny of Plattsburgh was arrested on a probation warrant. All three were released pending […]
Read MoreOnline Program Focuses on Invasive Species Prevention
An online program aimed at helping residents protect native plants, insects and aquatic species is set for June 30 from 6:30 to 7:30 p-m, offering practical tips and resources to prevent the spread of invasive plants and animals. Registration is available online through Local Living Venture.
Read MoreDEC To Host Wetlands Regulations Webinar
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation will host a virtual webinar on Tuesday to explain recent changes to freshwater wetlands regulations following a court ruling. The session begins at 11 a-m and will cover permitting, jurisdictional determinations and wetland protections. Registration is required, and a recording will be available afterward.
Read MoreKeeseville Man Arrested on Bench Warrant
34 year old Mark L. Gagnier Jr. of Keeseville was arrested Saturday morning on a bench warrant issued by Plattsburgh City Court. The Clinton County Sheriff’s Office says Gagnier failed to appear for a scheduled court hearing. He was arraigned in Town of Plattsburgh Court and remanded to the Clinton County Correctional Facility.
Read MoreDiscount Tickets Available for New York State Fair
Discount admission tickets for the 2026 New York State Fair are now on sale while supplies last. Fair officials are encouraging visitors to purchase tickets early to save money before the annual event opens in Syracuse later this summer. Additional information and ticket details are available through the New York State Fair website.
Read MorePlattsburgh Police Release Weekly Arrest Report
The Plattsburgh Police Department reports three recent arrests. Police say 27 year old Christopher D. Pierce of Plattsburgh was charged with petit larceny following an incident on Broad Street. 29 year old Taylorr L. Spear of Plattsburgh was charged with seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance on Broad Street. Also arrested was Chelsea E. […]
Read MoreFelony Charge Follows Peru Traffic Stop
42 year old Heather Battige of Plattsburgh faces felony and misdemeanor charges following a traffic stop in the Town of Peru early Sunday morning. The Clinton County Sheriff’s Office says Battige was allegedly found in possession of a controlled substance and accused of tampering with physical evidence. She was issued appearance tickets and is scheduled […]
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