Lake Luzerne
Politics
Charter school advocates and opponents clash over expansion plans at Town Board meeting
A standing-room-only crowd packed the Town Board meeting room Wednesday night to voice their opinions for and against the Riverhead Charter School’s plans for a high school on Sound Avenue in Northville. More than 50 people spoke at the meeting, and dozens more cheered in the audience, as the...
5 things to know this Friday, February 23
A preliminary report by the New York Attorney General’s office claims Saratoga Springs leaders violated the constitutional rights of Black Lives Matter protesters. On Thursday, BLM activists stood on the front steps of city hall to respond to the alleged violations that occurred during demonstrations following the death of George Floyd in Minnesota. Also, the Albany County Democratic Committee won't endorse any candidate for the Albany County District Attorney’s seat. These stories, and more, are covered in your five things to know this Friday morning.
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