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National Grid is About to Raise Your Gas Bill to Cover $5 Billion in Infrastructure Projects
The rate increase, National Grid argues, is necessary for maintaining service as safe and reliable for customers. But environmentalists question adding gas hookups and revamping the system when New York is supposed to be phasing out polluting fossil fuels, as mandated by the state’s landmark climate law. Shauria Rivera...
Sting operation for flavored tobacco vapes
Flavored tobacco vapes were outlawed in New York back in 2020. So, why are New Yorkers still able to get the vapes? NEWS 10 goes on a sting operation with one Capital Region Sheriff’s office to learn more about the efforts that are being taken there.
New York State Has Billions In Unclaimed Funds
New York State has billions of dollars in unclaimed funds and some of that money could be yours. Currently, the state has over $19 billion dollars in unclaimed funds and they are looking to give ti back to the rightful owners. On average, New York State returns around $1.5 million...
You Must Report Sightings of This Invasive Bug in New York
Well, sure enough, this aggressive invasive species has made its return to the Hudson Valley. Unfortunately, these bugs have pretty severe negative impacts on our environment, but here's the latest on what to do when you see one and how you can help prevent them!. Spotted Lanternflies in New York.
Northern Current: A Community Music Festival slated for Sept. 1
Saranac Lake, NY – Northern Current: A Community Music Festival is gearing up for its fifth season on Sunday, Sept. 1, at the picturesque Riverside Park on the shores of Lake Flower in downtown Saranac Lake from noon to 10 p.m. The festival celebrates diverse musical genres and pulses with community spirit.
Emergency Declaration Issued For 18 Upstate New York Counties
An "emergency declaration" was just issued to help 18 counties in New York "recover and rebuild." New York Gov. Kathy Hochul told the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation to issue an "emergency declaration" in nearly 20 counties across New York State. Governor Hochul Directs Department Of Environmental Conservation...
Saranac DAR contributes $5K to help build Battlefield Memorial Gateway Park
PLATTSBURGH | The Saranac Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) presented the Town of Plattsburgh with $5,000 to support Phase 2 work at the Battlefield Memorial Gateway Park (BMG). The Lake Champlain waterfront park is designed as a centerpiece for the many significant points of local history that date from the Revolutionary War here through the modern era.
Historic Saranac Lake wins major grant for new exhibit
SARANAC LAKE | Historic Saranac Lake (HSL) has been awarded a major grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) to support a new museum exhibit presenting the history of the Saranac Lake region. The $250,000 Museums for America (MFA) Grant supports the design, fabrication, and installation of...
Long Island investor takes part in Saranac Lake revitalization
Taimin Li adds Loomis Block to slate of historic properties that includes former Dew Drop Inn. A Long Island investor who has purchased several properties in and around downtown Saranac Lake last week bought a premier block of underused commercial and residential space in the village, adding to a sense of optimism of future revitalization.
New York Eliminating Safety Inspections on Vehicles?
Do you think it would be a good idea for the state of New York to do like other states and eliminate the need for vehicle owners to have and pass a yearly safety inspection?. There are two things that most of us New Yorkers are well aware we have to do at least once every year and if we don't do them there could be serious consequences. We have to pay and file our taxes, and we need to have the vehicles we own and drive inspected. Not that you need an explanation but if you don't pay your taxes, the state will eventually find out and you'll spend years trying to clear things up.
Crowd hears about curbing human trafficking in area
Warren County Sheriff Jim LaFarr listens to Sherry McGloin, an executive of Warren-Washington CARE Center talk about the scourge of human trafficking -- and how people can detect and combat such exploitation of children and adults. McGloin and LaFarr were panelists at a recent public meeting on the topic. GLENS FALLS | Many vulnerable people, including children, are being trafficked in the southern Adirondacks region, for sex exploitation, forced labor, or drug sales and delivery — and various human service agencies are now coordinating their efforts to combat it.
CCC plans for fall semester, sustainable future
Plans progress to shift operations to SUNY Plattsburgh campus in fall 2025. Along with plans for financial sustainability, Clinton is taking to grow and diversify its enrollment, including a prison education program with Altona Correctional Facility which will start this fall and ongoing conversations with the University of Vermont Health Network Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital that have yielded students in the nursing program.
Closing the gaps in student experience
PLATTSBURGH | The vice president for enrollment and student success at SUNY Plattsburgh is looking to close the gaps in what she calls the student experience. One of the ways Karen McGrath hopes to achieve this is through improving some of the outdoor spaces on campus. This fall, students will find red Adirondack chairs scattered about, primarily near residence halls, Hawkins Pond and near the Saranac River.
Queens man arrested in Granville missing child investigation
According to state police, around 12:30 a.m. on Wednesday, they received a report of a missing 13-year-old out of Granville. Police say an investigation led them to find Cabello Gonzalez with the child in the village of Granville.
Sports Shorts: Aug 19, 2024
TGIF Bowling Meeting PLATTSBURGH — TGIF Senior Bowling League meeting, Wednesday August 21st at 11:30 at North Bowl Lanes. Interested bowlers, age 50 and above welcome. Come to meeting or call Morna 518-643-8283 Hike up the Crows PLATTSBURGH — On Sunday, August 25 the public is invited to join the Algonquin Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club on a hike up the Crows. At 3.2 miles round trip, this hike is considered easy. Little Crow is at 2540 feet and Big Crow is at 2815 feet. Stop at Cedar Run Café for coffee and snacks! Leader: Kimberly Smith, 518-645-0447. Please...
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