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NYers Urged To Protect Themselves From Life-Threatening Mosquito-Borne Illnesses: Hochul
In an announcement on Friday, Aug. 30, Hochul said those who venture outside during the holiday weekend should do so while taking steps to prevent mosquito bites, as cases of diseases caused by the pesky bugs are on the rise. "We want people to get outside this Labor Day weekend...
‘A 5-alarm fire’: Overdose Awareness Day prompts pleas for action as someone dies every 3 hours in NYC
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — In connection with International Overdose Awareness Day on Saturday, Aug. 31, advocacy groups are calling on Gov. Kathy Hochul to increase access to resources, funding and other support for emergency efforts to save people poisoned by fentanyl and other opioids. District Attorney Michael E. McMahon,...
Health Care In New York State Among Worst In America, New Study
Potentially thanks to many hospitals with failing or near failing grades for patient safety, New York State ranks among the worst in the nation for healthcare. Did you know that the average American spends around $13,500 per year on health care?. That's according to the most recent estimate from the...
North Country Blood Drives Sept. 1-7
Tuesday, September 3: 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.American Red Cross – North Country Chapter203 N Hamilton StWatertown, NY 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.Ogdensburg Knights of Columbus721 Hasbrouck StreetOgdensburg, NY Wednesday, September 4: 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.Best Western University Inn90 E Main StCanton, NY Thursday, September 5: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.Harrisville Fire Department14226 Church […]
Men's Soccer Battles to 2-2 Draw Versus Potsdam in Cardinal Classic Finale
PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. – The Manhattanville University men's soccer team erased a pair of one-goal deficits to earn a draw in the final day of the 2024 Northwestern Mutual Cardinal Classic on Saturday afternoon, battling to a 2-2 final against SUNY Potsdam. The Valiants head home from Plattsburgh carrying a record of 0-1-1 through the opening weekend of the season.
Knights Lead by Two Strokes After Opening Round of SLU Invitational
Canton, NY - An even-round from sophomore Ryan Makowski highlighted the Clarkson University Golf team's performance on day one, putting the Golden Knights' 'A' team in first place among 11 five-man squads at the midway point of the St. Lawrence Invitational, held at the par-72 Oliver D. Appleton Golf Course.
Reigelsperger Fifth In Season-Opening Cardinal Classic
Cross Country | 8/31/2024 4:10:00 PM Plattsburgh, NY – Sophomores Drew Reigelsperger and Skylar Francis had the top times for the Clarkson University Cross Country team as the Golden Knights opened the 2024 season at the Cardinal Classic, hosted by Plattsburgh State. The Golden Knights’ men took third out of five teams with 63 points, narrowly trailing Plattsburgh State for the second spot (58). On the women’s side, only three complete teams competed, as the Knights were third in that group with 78 points, behind St. Lawrence (17) and Plattsburgh State (46). Reigelsperger ran the men’s 5000-meter event in 16…
Two-day swim camp for kids 10 and up in Potsdam Oct. 12, 13
POTSDAM – Northern TRIBS Swimming is partnering with Fitter & Faster to produce a two-day swim camp for swimmers 10 years old and older at SUNY Potsdam’s Maxcy Hall pool on Oct. 12 and 13. Spots are limited so register as soon as possible. For details and registration...
Saratoga Turns Out to Honor Hendrickson Legacy
If you didn't know better, you'd have thought that the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame was throwing a huge party, and that's exactly how John Hendrickson would have wanted it. Hendrickson died unexpectedly in Saratoga Springs, N.Y., Aug. 19 after suffering cardiac arrest. He was 59 years...
First Saratoga Fatality Mars Saranac Stakes
Yet even if it was a once in a decade happening, the tragedy would not be any less. Uncle Mo — White Hot (IRE), by Galileo (IRE) Breeder: B. Flay Thoroughbreds (KY) Information provided by Equibase at time of entry. Pedigree Notes. Uncle Mo stands at Ashford Stud for...
First horse racing fatality of the 2024 season in Saratoga Springs
SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (WRGB) — The final days of the regular 40-day meet at the Saratoga Race Course saw a devastating fall that claimed the life of a horse Friday. For the majority of the season, there had been no deaths during races, although three deaths had previously been reported during training.
Two Italian fests coming to the Capital Region on Sept. 7
Festivals are starting to ramp up for the fall season and two Italian festivals are coming up on the same day. The Little Italy StreetFest in Schenectady and Amsterdam's ItaliaFest are set for Saturday, September 7.
Vermont tourism officials celebrate new Randolph Center hotel
RANDOLPH CENTER, Vt. (WCAX) - Vermont tourism officials are celebrating the opening of a new hotel off Interstate 89 in Randolph Center, saying its impact will be feel far beyond the town. The My Place hotel offers 64 kitchenette style rooms. A conference center and restaurant next door are also...
Saints edge Bears, 2-1
CANTON, N.Y.— St. Lawrence University (1-1) scored twice in the first half and held off the SUNY Potsdam women’s soccer team (0-2) 2-1 in the second round of the North Country Classic on Saturday. HOW IT HAPPENED Grace Mochnal scored to just 2:34 into the contest to give SLU a 1-0 lead with an assist from Emma Casey. Lilly Stone scored with a shot to the low left corner at 30:23 to make it 2-0. Sophomore midfielder Samantha Parsons (Williamsville, N.Y./Williamsville South) scored her first collegiate goal at 56:44. INSIDE THE NUMBERS Sophomore Caroline Vines (Irondequoit, N.Y./Irondequoit) stopped 10 shots…
Concerns continue over safety and increasing violence in Burlington
During the Burlington, Vermont Police Commission meeting this week, concerns were raised about increasing violence in the city in the aftermath of the first homicide of the year. Early Saturday morning Burlington City Police responded to a Community Service Officer’s report of multiple gunshots on Church Street. Following an altercation...
Tupper Lake Triad Challenge Race set for Sept. 7
Tupper Lake, NY- TheTupper Lake Triad Challenge will take place on Saturday, Sept. 7, beginning at 8 a.m. Now in its sixth year, the event is organized by the Tupper Lake Rotary Club; proceeds benefit the community through the club’s various projects and activities. The triad challenge is a one-day, cumulatively timed race. Participants work to conquer Coney Mountain, Mount Arab and Goodman Mountain, all located in the Tupper Lake area.
Norwich University featured in College Football Hall of Fame Exhibit
"From the Gridiron to the Battlefield" features Cadet memorabilia alongside Army's Heisman winners, service uniform displays, and a tribute to Pat Tillman. The maroon and gold of the Norwich University Cadets is now part of the College Football Hall of Fame's new exhibit entitled "From the Gridiron to the Battlefield." This exhibit is featured as part of the hall of fame's 10th anniversary upgrades and the Norwich artifacts are displayed alongside those from the four other senior military colleges which play football, five U.S. service academies, and three U.S. maritime academies.
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