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'Pinching pennies': NYS lawmakers pushing for accountability for veteran care at Buffalo VA Medical Center
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — The voices of local veterans are now being heard as two top officials at the Buffalo VA have been removed by the Department of Veteran's Affairs. Last week, several veterans shared their concerns about the quality of care they said they have received. These complaints...
Community funding opportunity available in North Elba
NORTH ELBA, N.Y. — The Town of North Elba is offering a unique opportunity for local nonprofits, government bodies, and public sector organizations to secure funding that could significantly impact the community. Applications are now open for the Local Enhancement and Advancement Fund (LEAF), a grant program designed to...
Willsborough Hardware/town win $1.3M Restore NY funds
An old photo of the former IGA in Willsboro as MakeBoro readied to paint and clear the grounds about seven years ago. The building will be removed and a new one built for Willsborough Hardware expansion with a makers' space. — WILLSBORO | The third attempt at Restore NY funding proved fruitful for the Town of Willsboro and Willsborough Hardware Store owners Mark LaFountain and Van Calkins. The local business owners' goal to purchase and remove the aged IGA building on Main Street here won $1,337,296 in Empire State Development funding. The state announced 43 winning projects at the end of July, and Willsboro made the cut.
Suspect wanted in North Carolina for murder arrested in Buffalo
The Buffalo Police Department has made an arrest of a suspect wanted for murder and other charges in North Carolina. Craig Lynch of Buffalo is being held as he awaits extradition to North Carolina. Read more from WBEN:
New video shows underwater crash site of long-lost jet
COLCHESTER, Vt. — Underwater video from an independent researcher shows the mangled wreckage of a long-lost corporate jet that crashed into Lake Champlain more than five decades ago. Before sharing the video with NBC5 News, Gary Lefebvre of Colchester first showed it to relatives of the crash victims in a private, virtual discussion to help them better understand what happened to their loved ones.
Temporary water shutoff in parts of Ti Aug. 21
TICONDEROGA | The Ticonderoga Water Department will be shutting water off to several areas Wednesday, Aug. 21. The following areas will be affected starting at 7 a.m.: Alexandria Avenue West of the bridge, Kennedy Drive, Baldwin Road including all roads off of Baldwin Road, and Hague Road west of Valley Drive.
ADK Fdn. grant heightens awareness of Native American influences
SCHROON | The Schroon-North Hudson Historical Society was recently awarded a $2,000 grant from the Community Fund for the Gore Mountain Region at Adirondack Foundation to support "Native American Summer Journey for a School Age Children" program in 2025. Through this program, children will appreciate the influences Northeastern Native American culture has had on our shared community. The program will be a totally hands-on experience as students rotate through a virtual museum of storytelling, craft-making, Native American game-playing, and realistic Native American government role-playing. Essentially, children will be taking a field trip without leaving town.
Longtime Syracuse-area surgeon dies while swimming in Cazenovia Triathlon
Syracuse, N.Y. — Dr. Richard DiStefano, a Syracuse-area orthopedic surgeon, died Sunday while swimming in the Cazenovia Triathlon. DiStefano, 65, was a surgeon specializing in neck and spine treatments for SOS Orthopedics. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we...
VSP: Truck goes into river off Route 78 in Swanton
VSP photo. Route 78 will now be completely closed in this area while crews work to remove this truck. INCIDENT LOCATION: North River St (RT 78) area of Louies Landing, Town of Swanton. SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: State Police and DMV Enforcement are on scene/ investigating a crash involving a TT...
Man accused of attempted murder in Burlington assault
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - A Winooski man faces a charge of attempted murder after an alleged assault in Burlington. Police were called to Battery Park for a report of an assault at about 8 a.m. Monday. The victim was sent to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. Police identified the suspect...
Vermont Businesses: Nelson Farms - one family, two dairy farms, and lots of technology
A new video series from Vermont producer and host, Rocket, features a visits with the Nelson family, multigenerational dairy farmers operating two dairy farms – one organic, one conventional – as Nelson Farms in Irasburg. In discussion with Dylan and Meg, the husband and wife team managing these...
Food pantry accepting donations at Aug. 24 Farmer's Market
TICONDEROGA | The Ticonderoga Food Pantry will be collecting food and financial contributions at the Farmer's Market this coming Saturday, Aug. 24, from 9 a.m. to noon. The Farmer’s Market is located behind Glens Falls National Bank on Montcalm Street. "We are in need of canned soups (chicken noodle,...
EVLO puts into operation first battery energy project in the US in Troy, Vermont
Located in Troy, Vermont, the project will help increase the amount of clean energy generation available to the New England grid and reduce peak demand. EVLO photo. Vermont Business Magazine EVLO Energy Storage Inc, a fully integrated battery energy storage system (BESS) provider and wholly owned subsidiary of Hydro-Québec, today announced that it has completed the commissioning of a first utility-scale BESS project in the United States. The contracted 3 MW/12 MWh installation is in Troy, Vermont.
‘Virtual pipeline’ of gas tankers in Champlain Valley sparks concern
Two eerily similar fires started by trucks hauling compressed natural gas occurred in the same part of Ferrisburgh. Residents and officials are worried it could happen again. Read the story on VTDigger here: ‘Virtual pipeline’ of gas tankers in Champlain Valley sparks concern.
To find teachers this year, some Vermont districts are going the extra mile — literally
There’s a nationwide teacher’s shortage, and Vermont is no exception. The first day of school is just a week away, but on the job site where most school districts advertise open positions, you can still find well over 200 postings across the state. With few candidates applying —...
Traveling performances aim to inspire students as they head back to school
BURLINGTON, Vt. — As the first day of school approaches for students across Vermont, the Flynn is putting on a traveling show to kick off the new year. This year is the third year the "playing fields" program will visit Vermont schools. The program features traveling acts, including circus performances, marching bands, and more; all taking place on school football fields.
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