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Conference Gives Faculty Skills to Enhance Understanding of Diverse Student Body
Faculty and staff in the School of Health and Human Services gathered earlier this summer for a conference aimed at enhancing awareness and understanding how best to support SUNY Plattsburgh BIPOC students in the field. Sponsored by the Office of the Dean, EHHS, the conference held at the Valcour Inn...
Clinton Co. accepts IAM Task Force recommendation
PLATTSBURGH | After months of review and multi-agency collaboration, Clinton County is now finalizing a long-term lease with Clinton-Essex-Warren Washington BOCES/CVES to continue workforce development training at the Institute of Advance Manufacturing. The advanced technology educational and training complex on the grounds of Clinton Community College was left in a...
Plattsburgh Little League Wins Tie Breaker
PLATTSBURGH, NY – The U12 Plattsburgh Little League All-Star team was able to run away with an 8-1 win in the final game of their sectional round robin match up, but had to wait to see if that was enough to advance to Thursday’s championship game. But they would win the tie breaker by giving […]
CEFLS libraries gift personal care items to community
Combs, toothbrushes, shampoo, etc., say, "We care" PLATTSBURGH | The Clinton-Essex-Franklin Library System (CEFLS) has launched a new initiative involving 18 member libraries, aimed at supporting under-resourced community members. Thanks to Adirondack Foundation's Generous Acts program, CEFLS's new project will distribute essential hygiene items to residents in need and offer...
SUNY Plattsburgh Cardinals Thrive Campaign Surpasses $1 Million Challenge Goal
At the close of business June 30, the Plattsburgh College Foundation’s “Cardinals Thrive: Creating and Sustaining Success” campaign found itself in excess of $2 million — nearly $1.5 million over the initial challenge made by a Class of 1976 alumna. Alumna Cindy Kahn Kansky of Newport...
High Falls Gorge still open as repairs continue
WILMINGTON — High Falls Gorge on state Route 86 — showcasing a natural wonder along the West Branch of the AuSable River — spent just under $1 million to repair sections of their walkways and stairways, but the attraction remains open this summer. High Falls Gorge President...
Plattsburgh Little League advances to sectional championship against New Hartford
PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. — In a win-or-go-home scenario, it was Plattsburgh Little League that triumphed in the high-pressure situation. The local little leaguers from the North Country dominated in an 8-1 win over Saratoga Little League in the last game of the New York State sectional round-robin. "Pretty excited because...
Murder Of Convenience Store Clerk In Capital Region Remains Mystery 31 Years On
Three decades after Betty Conley was shot and killed while working at a convenience store in the region, her killer has yet to face justice.The Saratoga County murder happened in the town of Charlton, at the Xtra Mart on State Route 67, at around 3 a.m. on July 8, 1993.Sheriff’s officials said the …
Man charged with arson in Massena fire knew people were inside the apartment, documents show
MASSENA, New York (WWNY) - The man who allegedly set a fire in Massena on Wednesday knew someone was inside the apartment where the fire started. One person was found dead after the fire. Court papers say 33-year-old Darren Kelley knew two people were inside apartment four at 196 Center...
Neptune’s Club in Lake George, now high end condos, ready to sell
Last Friday Sean and Melissa Quirk debuted The Anchor, their new five-unit waterfront condominum at the former King Neptune’s Lounge in the center of Lake George Village. Monday they received the go-ahead from the State Attorney General: The condos are on the market. “We’re going live,” Mr. Quirk told...
Rochester trailblazer presented with New York State Women of Distinction award
Rochester, N.Y. - A trailblazer for the city's Latina community has received state recognition. Senator Jeremy Cooney announced on Friday that Daisy Rivera Algarin is the 2024 recipient of the New York State Women of Distinction Award. LAST YEAR'S EVENT | Midge Thomas honored as 2023 New York State Senate...
Bronx student creates online platform 'MerchMojo'
A high school student is paving the way for New Yorkers to spread the word about their favorite local businesses through t-shirts, hats and tote bags. Sebastian Merkatz, a rising high school senior, is the founder of “MerchMojo.”. ”MerchMojo” is an online marketplace for custom merchandise that connects New...
Hornell Veteran Inducted into NYS Senate Veterans Hall of Fame
HORNELL, NY (WENY) -- A Hornell man who served in the U.S. Army during the fall of the Berlin Wall and through the Persian Gulf War is the latest to be inducted into the New York State Senate Veterans Hall of Fame. State Senator Tom O'Mara announced the induction of...
Bob Newhart rarely set foot in Vermont. But his impact on the state was noteworthy.
Bob Newhart portrayed a fictional Vermont innkeeper in the 1980s sitcom “Newhart.” His death on July 18 at age 94 affected Vermonters in ways the passing of other TV icons might not. The comic actor rarely set foot in the state, but it felt like he was a part of it. "We are...
Here are six events coming to Milton soon
When: 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. weekdays Tuesday, June 18-Wednesday, Aug. 14 (closed Thursday, July 4) Details: Meals will be available to be eaten on-site only at the big outdoor tent or inside the middle school cafeteria if the weather is bad. Kids under age 18 eat free, while adults pay $6 per meal.
Toxic ‘trash juice’ a problem at four New Hampshire landfills, state regulators say
Litter in and around the landfill. Waste outside of the permitted area. Releases of liquid pollution. Failure to file mandatory reports. These are some of the issues found at four of the state’s active landfills, documented by letters of deficiency sent by the Department of Environmental Services from January to June. Many of the problems […] The post Toxic ‘trash juice’ a problem at four New Hampshire landfills, state regulators say appeared first on New Hampshire Bulletin.
Central Vermont's queer community is on the front line of flood recovery
Plainfield was one of the hardest hit towns by the recent flood, and recovery efforts are ongoing. There’s been a strong showing from the queer community in central Vermont in these efforts. Reporter Erica Heilman spoke with some members of the queer community about why they come out in...
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