New York Warns of Scams Targeting Military Community
New York’s Division of Consumer Protection is warning active-duty service members, veterans and military families about a rise in scams. Federal data shows reports increased 17 percent last year, with losses totaling at least 684-million dollars. Common schemes include impostor scams, fake job offers, fraudulent vehicle listings and bogus rental properties. Officials recommend verifying unexpected […]
Read MoreSaranac Lake Officials Prepare Questions on Public Safety Buildings
Saranac Lake village officials are preparing for another meeting with architects working on plans for new public safety buildings. The village board and its public safety building committee are compiling questions as they consider possible locations for police, fire and other emergency services. The committee has scheduled its next meeting for August 24 at 8 […]
Read MoreJay Plans New Salt Shed and Possible Affordable Housing
The Town of Jay is under contract to buy 16 acres at the end of Church Lane in Au Sable Forks for 150-thousand dollars. Supervisor Matt Stanley says the site would hold a new salt shed and possibly a garage for a town plow truck. An environmental study is underway to determine whether the remaining […]
Read MoreRevolutionary War Cannon Fragment Recovered From Lake Champlain
A Revolutionary War cannon fragment has been recovered from Lake Champlain near Valcour Island. Researchers say it was the final missing piece of a cannon from the gunboat New York, commanded by Benedict Arnold during the 1776 Battle of Valcour. The fragment will be preserved and studied at the Lake Champlain Maritime Museum.
Read MorePlattsburgh Market Shoppers Unconcerned About Parasite Outbreak
Vendors and shoppers at the Plattsburgh Farmers and Crafters Market say they remain confident in locally grown food despite a cyclosporiasis outbreak reported in 34 states. Local farmers say customers value knowing where and how their food was produced. Shoppers say the broader food distribution system may be contributing to the outbreak. Health officials meanwhile, […]
Read MoreTwo Arrested on Felony Charges After Ausable Traffic Stop
The Clinton County Sheriff’s Office says 33 year old Annie R. Blumstein of Oneonta and 30 year old Stephen Pena of Brooklyn were arrested after a traffic stop Sunday night in Ausable. Investigators allege Blumstein had more than four ounces of cocaine and tampered with physical evidence. Pena is accused of possessing a switchblade despite […]
Read MoreLake City Arts Fest Returns to Downtown Plattsburgh
The fifth annual Lake City Arts Fest returns to downtown Plattsburgh Saturday, August 22, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The free, family-friendly event will feature live music, artisan vendors, interactive art demonstrations, children’s activities and local food and drinks. More information is available at www.lakecityartsfest.com.
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