Day: August 13, 2026

Three Arrested After Cocaine Seized in Au Sable Forks

Three people were arrested following a multi-agency investigation in Au Sable Forks. Police say 48 year old Ricky Taylor and 31 year old Kaitlyn Finlayson were taken into custody on outstanding warrants at Taylor’s Rolling Mill Hill Road property. Investigators say a search later uncovered about eight ounces of cocaine. A third person, 23 year […]

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36th Annual Run for Jon Set for August 29 in Peru

The 36th annual Run for Jon will be held Saturday, August 29, at Forrence Orchards in Peru. Events begin at 5 p.m. and include a kids fun run, a two-and-a-half-mile cross country race and a non-competitive walk. Proceeds benefit families in Clinton, Essex and Franklin counties who have children needing serious medical care.

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Court and Wells Streets Closing for Paving

Court Street and Wells Street in Plattsburgh will be closed for paving today, weather permitting. On-street parking will be prohibited during the work, and drivers should follow flaggers’ directions. The city says no traffic will be allowed on newly paved asphalt for at least three hours.

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St Ann’s Harvest Dinner Set for September 20 in Altona

St. Ann’s and Holy Angels parish families will hold St. Ann’s Harvest Dinner Sunday, September 20, at Holy Angels Hall in Altona. The event runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and features turkey with all the trimmings, apple and pumpkin desserts, a bake sale and raffles. Tickets are $18 for adults, $10 for children […]

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Community Baby Shower Connects Essex County Families With Resources

The Essex County Health Department held its second annual Community Baby Shower recently in Port Henry, connecting expectant parents and families with infants to local health and support services. The August 6 event featured maternal and child health resources, safety information and the county’s Baby Steps to Bright Futures program, which has served more than […]

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Peru Woman Jailed After Repeated Probation Violations

A 57 year old Peru woman has been jailed after authorities say she repeatedly violated probation stemming from an animal cruelty and forgery case. Hilary A. Davis was sentenced in January 2025 to five years of felony probation, including restrictions on possessing animals and leaving Clinton County. Prosecutors say she later traveled outside the county […]

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New Police Apprenticeship Program Launches at Clinton Community College

A new police officer apprenticeship program has launched at Clinton Community College, with five recruits forming its first class. The 12-month program combines paid employment, academy training and college credit opportunities through partnerships with several area law enforcement agencies. Academy training begins August 17 at the Zone 9 Police Training Academy on the Clinton Community […]

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Plattsburgh Man Charged With Felony Registry Violation

A 22 year old Plattsburgh man is facing a felony charge for allegedly failing to update his address with the New York State Sex Offender Registry. Clinton County sheriff’s deputies arrested Casey J. Madden Wednesday night, saying he failed to register a new address within 10 days of leaving his previous residence. Deputies say Madden […]

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