Saranac River Rescue Saves Four
Four people, including a baby, were rescued after becoming stranded in the swift current of the Saranac River in Plattsburgh. Firefighters say seven crew members used specialized swiftwater rescue equipment to safely bring three adults and the child back to shore. No injuries were reported.
Read MoreClinton County Fair Opens July 13
The Clinton County Fair returns to Morrisonville July 13th through the 18th with new rides, live entertainment, tractor pulls, a demolition derby and plenty of fair food. Highlights include Sea Lion Splash, 4-H and FFA competitions. Admission is free for children 12 and under.
Read MoreClinton Community College To Celebrate 60 Years
Clinton Community College will celebrate its 60th anniversary with a community event on August 15th in Plattsburgh. Residents, alumni and friends are invited to tour the new campus, enjoy family activities and reconnect with the college before an evening awards reception marking the milestone.
Read MoreSenior Farmers Market Coupons Available Thursday
The Clinton County Office for the Aging will begin distributing 2026 Farmers Market Coupons on Thursday. The program helps eligible seniors purchase fresh fruits, vegetables and other locally grown foods from participating farmers markets while supporting local agriculture.
Read MoreSUNY Plattsburgh Expands Narcan Training
SUNY Plattsburgh is expanding Narcan training for students, faculty and staff to help prevent overdose deaths. The university is partnering with the Alliance for Positive Health to teach participants how to administer the lifesaving medication and provide free Narcan kits. More than 130 Education Opportunity Program students will also receive training this summer.
Read MoreClinton County Man Charged With Criminal Contempt
A 27 year old Plattsburgh man is facing five misdemeanor counts of second-degree criminal contempt. The Clinton County Sheriff’s Office says Tyler Cornish-Dukes was arrested after deputies determined he allegedly violated an order of protection. He was released under pretrial conditions and is due back in Town of Plattsburgh Court at a later date.
Read MoreSeveral Hazardous Waste Collection Events Upcoming
North Country residents will have two opportunities to safely dispose of unwanted hazardous and electronic waste. The Town of Harrietstown will host a free electronic waste recycling event this Saturday. Franklin County will follow with a household hazardous waste collection on August 1st for old electronics, chemicals and other hazardous materials.
Read MoreTick Precautions Urged This Summer
The New York Department of Environmental Conservation is reminding residents to protect themselves from ticks this summer. Officials recommend wearing long sleeves, using insect repellent, checking for ticks after spending time outdoors, and reducing tick habitat by clearing leaf litter and overgrown vegetation around homes.
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