Tuesday, July 31
Some like it hot!
Notes from the North Woods
The heat of the summer has descended upon the Adirondacks, delivering temperatures that have soared well above 80 degrees.
Drug testing not the answer
Editorial
There is just something about a person kicked back on a couch, stoned out of his mind, giggling away at Seinfeld reruns while stuffing his face with taxpayer-funded Cheetos that makes your blood boil.
One nation under God
Thoughts from Behind the Pressline
No other country in the world enjoys the freedoms and the prosperity that we do in the United States.
Monday, July 30
Clinton Community College gets new logo and tagline
Start up here at Clinton Community College, nestled on Bluff Point, overlooking Lake Champlain with views of the Adirondack and Green mountains, said President John Jablonski.
Saturday, July 28
Local businesses receive state funding for flood repairs
Non-profits and small businesses throughout the region will receive help from the state of New York in their continuing plight to recover from Tropical Storm Irene.
Blue-green algae is being monitored on Lake Champlain
Blue-green algae blooms have recently caused two beaches to close
It’s slimy, blue green and potentially toxic. And it might be coming to a beach near you.
Friday, July 27
Rabid racoon found in Jay
A rabid raccoon has been identified in the Town of Jay.
Small movie theaters seeks grants to enter digital age or fade out
Small, local movie theaters are seeking funds that will keep them from becoming extinct.
Thursday, July 26
Our life coaches, Style and Substance: children and the economy
We are the parents of 2 high school age kids and are watching our friends with children that are graduating – most are either staying at home or moving back home because of the economy
Morrisonville man captures first Sportsman Modified win
Travis Bruno of Morrisonville drove to a career-first Sportsman Modified win on Dig Safe NY Night on July 21 at Airborne Speedway.
Raising Hope Golf tournament, auction July 28
Golfers and sports fans will again come together to help raise funds for a degenerative disease that afflicts many in the Champlain Valley.
Wednesday, July 25
Exchange brings individuals to Plattsburgh from afar
By Oct. 1, 60 youths and adults from Sub-Saharan Africa will have visited Plattsburgh as part of a new U.S. State Department, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs $330,000 grant awarded to Plattsburgh State and the Program for African Growth through Education, also known as PAGE Inc.
Archeological dig uncovers rare treasure
Four students and five teachers participated in a dig at the site of Pike’s Cantonment in Plattsburgh, a military encampment during the War of 1812 that may be the only one intact today.
Police bring down another meth lab in Town of Plattsburgh
Police break up second meth lab in Clinton Couty and say more arrests are on their way
Trio of men arrested and identified for running meth lab
Police find meth lab nestled along side street in City of Plattsburgh
Program offers help to homeless veterans in New York State
Homeless and at-risk veterans will be offered a helping hand through almost $2 million in grant monies to help them get back on their feet.
Death at Ausable Chasm ruled a suicide
A Keeseville man’s body found was found July 23 after he commited suicide by jumping from the Ausable Chasm bridge.
Medicine more than spanking is needed
From the Editor's Desk
Three meth labs, sexual assaults, murder, suicide, a bank robber claiming he had a gun, a pharmacy thief passing notes about a knife, and countless acts of degradation, cruelty, violence and inhumanity unaccounted for.
Tuesday, July 24
Which came first—government or the egg?
Thoughts from Behind the Pressline
Recently President Obama made some disturbing remarks in a Roanoke speech in which he tied the infrastructure of government to individual business success.
Winner crowned at the 21st annual Saratoga Race Course hat contest
More than 150 participants turned out for the 21st annual hat festival at the Saratoga Race Course Sunday.
Thursday, July 19
Names of men making meth revealed
Thick green leaves of trees partially obscure the entrance to Eleanor Way, a cul de sac located off Hamilton Street between Peru and MacDonough streets.
Kiss my bass tournament planned for Lake Champlain
The 2012 Kiss My Bass Fish Derby will take place on July 22.
Wednesday, July 18
Store owner disputes Attorney General’s charges
Carla Brotherton opened This and That in Plattsburgh 26 years ago.
Our life coaches, Style and Substance: advice on keeping score
had a recent realization that my wife keeps score on everything, from who worked the most hours to who took care of the kids the most
Tuesday, July 17
Summertime and the living is easy
Notes from the North Woods
Summer is now in full swing with a slate of events and activities available for almost everyone’s enjoyment.
Hoodies, shades and the death penalty
From the Editor's Desk
Chris Martin always wears pants, sunglasses and a hoodie, pulled tight around his face.
Many choices to get the word out
Editorial
While we highly regard the value of newspaper advertising, we’d like to see local businesses and not-for-profit organizations save money by using free marketing services and techniques as well.
The benefits of hindsight
Thoughts from Behind the Pressline
Like you, I can’t help but read and listen to the political posturing taking place these days as we head in to this year’s pivotal elections.
Clinton County Fair starts today
Today, the smell of hot sausage, sounds of amusement-ride screams and the mind control of a master hypnotist will settle into Clinton County.
Friday, July 13
Boat parade brightens Plattsburgh
The Sixth annual Boat Parade of Lights Competition on was held on July 12 at the Plattsburgh Boat Basin.
Plans in place to bring civic center back in Keeseville
A group of citizens has started to lay the groundwork to bring back the Ausable-Keeseville-Chesterfield Civic Center.
Thursday, July 12
Wild fires burn along Lake Placid-Saranac Lake railroad tracks
DEC issues high fire danger warning
Two wildfires started burning near the train tracks between Lake Placid and Saranac Lake Thursday, July 12 several hours after state Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) officials issued a high fire danger warning.
50 years of softball to be celebrated in Au Sable Forks
The 50th Annual Au Sable Forks Men’s Fast Pitch Softball Tournament begins Friday, July 13, at Billy Mitchell Memorial Field in Au Sable Forks, and continued through Sunday, July 15.
Wednesday, July 11
The meaning of the Fourth of July
In some form or fashion, the Fourth of July, or Independence Day, as it has become known, is about family.
St. Mary’s fate is sealed by lack of stability
St. Mary’s Academy is closing and there is no going back, at least not at this time, says the Rev. James Delbel, pastor of St. Mary’s.
Local group is putting ideas into action
Vision 2 Action is working toward making Plattsburgh a better place
Suspect robs Walgreens for drugs
He casually approached the pharmacy counter in the back corner of the store and passed a note to the pharmacist, saying he had a knife and demanding drugs.
Our life coaches, Style and Substance: advice on getting a new look
I was out with my girlfriends last night and we decided we need a new “look”.
The competitive sport of civilian driving
From the Editor's Desk
Is it just me, or is driving a competitive sport?
China syndrome
H2O Adventures
Twenty-five years ago, the Chinese government started a bass stocking program to meet the growing food needs of its people.
Tuesday, July 10
Disagrees with commentary
In his editorial of June 30, 2012 Denton Publications Publisher Dan Alexander compared the 3 1/2 year tenure of President Obama and the 18 month tenure of Governor Cuomo
Cote and McGrail rule at Airborne
Airborne Speedway recap Saturday July 7
Steve Cote of Ile Bizard QC held off Maxime Pelletier and Bucko Branham to win the Furniture World of VT USA/Canada Masters Late Model 50-lap main event Saturday.
Jobs hang in the balance
Thoughts from Behind the Pressline
Last week the Labor Department released its June report and the numbers were well below expectations.
Make the time for your neighbor in need
Editorial
One of the biggest issues facing organizations primarily run by volunteer groups throughout the Adirondacks is that people just can’t find the time to volunteer.
Sunday, July 8
Bed racers seeking sponsorship for upcoming events
The Rotary Club of Plattsburgh is currently seeking sponsors for its annual Bed Race Event, which will be part of the 2012 Battle of Plattsburgh Commemorative Weekend.
Saturday, July 7
Suspect named in NBT bank robbery
Police identified the man who robbed a Plattsburgh bank this past Monday.
A. Paul Scott to lead ELCS during transition
School board seeking combo super/principal
Former Peru Superintendent A. Paul Scott will oversee Elizabethtown-Lewis Central School during its transition to a new superintendent.
Air conditioners available for low income
New York State will offer assistance for low income New Yorkers to stay cool during the upcoming heat wave as part of the Annual Cooling Initiative.
Friday, July 6
Keeseville dissolution gets heated
As Keeseville Dissolution Committee members started to look at the draft of a plan that may lead to the village’s end, talks over a couple of issues got very heated.
Our life coaches, Style and Substance: advice on Internet dating
I have a female friend, never married with no children.
Thursday, July 5
Sometimes you just gotta get a little mad
From the Editor's Desk
We’ve all felt it. Your face grows flush, brow muscles move in and down and you stare, hard at your target as your nostrils flare and your jaw clenches.
Wednesday, July 4
You can’t make this stuff up
Thoughts from Behind the Pressline
For someone who still considers himself a novice at writing a weekly commentary, I struggle coming up with a topic each week, frequently agonizing throughout the weekend, trying to play out some outlines in my head before sitting down in front of the computer Sunday evening to work up the first draft.
False information can be harmful
Editorial
It seems harmless enough. A reporter writes a story about a school program and a reader comments online that teachers do nothing all summer, and suddenly, the majority of comments revolve around that comment.
Tuesday, July 3
Local kayakers ask Plattsburgh to consider downtown whitewater kayak park
An old idea to put a whitewater kayak park in downtown Plattsburgh is starting to make waves.
Activities keep residents active and spark memories
PLATTSBURGH – As the Castaways stood center stage, playing golden oldies, residents clapped their hands, tapped their feet, bobbed their heads and smiled, surrendering to the rhythm.
Plattsburgh bank robbed
PLATTSBURGH — Customers casually walked in and out of NBT Bank Tuesday, smiling under a hot summer sun.
Affordable Care Act upheld by U.S. Supreme Court
PLATTSBURGH — Americans across the country cheered the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision upholding the Affordable Health Care Act.