Route 9N Traffic Delays Expected in Ticonderoga
Drivers traveling through Ticonderoga should expect delays beginning today as part of Route 9N is reduced to one lane for maintenance work. The lane closure is between Route 74 and Shore Airport Road weekdays from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. through June fifth.
Read MoreVeteran Housing Leader Honored for Innovation
Diane Nazzaro of the Veterans and Community Housing Coalition has been recognized with a Capital Region Chamber Women of Excellence award for business innovation. Nazzaro was honored for expanding housing and support services for homeless veterans and their families, including development of the Foreverly House project in Ballston Spa.
Read MoreAdirondack League Softball Tournament Seedings Set
Argyle and Fort Ann have earned the top two seeds for the Adirondack League softball playoffs after wrapping up regular season play. Argyle finished unbeaten in league competition and claimed the number one seed with a late-season win over Fort Ann. Tournament games in the Gold, Silver and Bronze divisions begin Wednesday, weather permitting.
Read MoreCapital Region School Districts Name New Elementary Principals
Three Capital Region school districts have selected new elementary school principals ahead of the upcoming school year. Argyle, Lake George and Middleburgh school districts all announced leadership appointments that take effect July first. The new administrators bring years of classroom and leadership experience to their districts.
Read MoreState Police Help Saratoga County Man Recover Scam Money
New York State Police say a Saratoga County man nearly lost ten-thousand dollars after scammers convinced him to mail cash as part of a fake fraud investigation. Troopers worked with UPS to track down the package in Yonkers before it was delivered and returned the money to the victim. Police are reminding residents that legitimate […]
Read MoreDEC Launches Birding Backpack Lending Program
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is launching a new library lending program aimed at making birdwatching more accessible across the state. The “I BIRD NY” program will provide participating libraries with backpacks containing binoculars, bird guides, and beginner information for patrons to borrow free of charge. State officials say up to 100 […]
Read MoreState Agencies Hold Swift Water Rescue Training
Environmental Conservation Officers joined several state and regional agencies during swift water rescue training exercises in Warren County last month. The sessions included water swimming, rope rescues, inflatable boat operations, animal rescue techniques, and emergency search exercises. Training took place on the Schroon River. Participating agencies included New York State Police, Forest Rangers, State Park […]
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