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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...
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.
Courts graduate largest-ever officer class
Courthouses in Queens and throughout the city will likely soon see a much-needed increase in their court officer ranks after the state’s court system says it just recently graduated its largest and most diverse group of officer candidates ever. Officials with the Unified Court System announced on Wednesday that...
Two-day tournament opens up first week of college volleyball in Plattsburgh
PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. — NCAA college volleyball served it up for the first time this season, and a few of our local teams joined in on the fun. SUNY Plattsburgh hosted another edition of its opening season Cardinal Classic tournament, where some of the best teams in our region traveled to the North Country to try to start the year out strong.
SUNY Plattsburgh men's soccer opens season with two 6-0 shutout wins
PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. — After a season where SUNY Plattsburgh men's soccer just missed the conference playoffs, the Cardinals are starting 2024 with a statement. A two-game homestand led Plattsburgh State to open its season with a pair of 6-0 wins against Manhattanville University and Baruch College. The Cardinals featured...
Grand Hike on a grand day in the Champlain Valley
Annual event highlights the best, newest offerings from Champlain Area Trails. Something big was happening on the morning of Saturday, May 11, in the normally quiet town of Westport. This Lake Champlain community, known for its Amtrak stop and small theater, was abuzz with activity. It was the start of...
Women's Golf Competes at St. Lawrence University Fall Invite
CANTON, NY – Kayla Ringler is the top player after one day of the St. Lawrence University Fall Invite held at Oliver D Appelton Golf Course, shooting an 85 (+13), putting her in a tie for 11th place. As a team Nazareth is in sixth place at +88. Ithaca leads the way at +37.
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.
Women’s Soccer Puts Five Past Plattsburgh
GENEVA, N.Y. – Cassidy DiSabato's penalty kick goal proved to be the game winner early in the first half, while rookie goalkeeper Ellen Williams improved her record to 2-0 with a pair of saves as the No. 24 TCNJ women's soccer team won 5-1 over Plattsburgh State at William Smith's Stand on Their Shoulders Invitational on Saturday.
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…
Barnes and Jackson Lead Roos to 2-0 Win vs. Cobleskill
Utica, NY – Kamryn Barnes and Chamonix Jackson tallied a goal and assist each to lead the SUNY Canton women's soccer team to a 2-0 win against SUNY Cobleskill in the consolation game of the SUNY Poly Tournament on Saturday afternoon. New SUNY Canton Head Coach Matt Milograno earned...
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...
Opioid Overdose Prevention Day, every day
Alliance for Positive Health provides free Narcan kits and training to groups, or programs or communities in Essex and Clinton County. — PLATTSBURGH | Opioid Overdose Prevention Day, Aug. 28 brought people together at MHAB Life Skills Campus for a summer cookout. Amid easy conversation on a warm afternoon, they dedicated a new memorial for remembrance.
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...
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