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Police arrest 3 in Northern NY drug raid
PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. (WCAX) - Police say a drug investigation in the North Country led to the arrests of three people. Plattsburgh City Police say they determined large amounts of narcotics were being sold from a home on Wood Manor Drive in the town of Plattsburgh. Monday, city police and the...
New management takes over Champlain Centre mall
PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. (WCAX) - The Champlain Centre mall in Plattsburgh is now under new management. In a joint statement, town officials say the Los Angeles-based company Pacific Retail Capital Partners will bring a fresh perspective to the shopping center. It also says the development company has a focus in evolving...
In Pursuit With John Walsh: What Is Larry Hicks Charged With?
Disclaimer: This article contains mentions of murder and assault. Reader discretion is advised. An episode of In Pursuit With John Walsh, titled “Road Trip Killer,” will air on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at 10 p.m. ET. “Host John Walsh is hot on the trail of fugitive Larry Hicks, who stands accused of a heinous crime – the murder of a devoted mother of two in Plattsburgh, N.Y. With the stakes high and justice on the line, Walsh leaves no stone unturned in his relentless pursuit of justice,” a part of the episode summary reads.
Colchester man convicted for role in deadly armed robbery of alleged rival drug dealer in Swanton
A jury returned guilty verdicts this week against Dominique Troupe on drug, gun and robbery charges following a six-day trial in federal court in Rutland. Read the story on VTDigger here: Colchester man convicted for role in deadly armed robbery of alleged rival drug dealer in Swanton.
Milton police log: April 26-May 2
Bombardier Road-1:00 p.m. At the Milton Police Department, Cpl. Coulombe completed a child car seat safety inspection for a resident. Ofc. Flynn responded to the area of West Milton Road to assist a resident who, while driving, experienced a medical incident. Ofc. Flynn stood by with the resident until the arrival of Milton Rescue.
A family’s fight for their daughter raises awareness about tick-borne illnesses
Saranac toddler grapples with ongoing issues from Powassan virus. A tick could never take away Cali Neri’s infamous dimples – at least not for long. It’s been more than 18 months since the toddler from Saranac contracted Powassan virus, a tick borne illness, from a tick outside her family’s home. The virus led to an inflammatory brain disease called encephalitis, which robbed the then-2-year-old Cali of her speech, coordination, and her smile over the course of a six-month hospital stay.
Plattsburgh Mayor Chris Rosenquest appointed to SUNY Plattsburgh University Council
PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. — Plattsburgh Mayor Chris Rosenquest has been appointed to fill a vacant seat on the SUNY Plattsburgh University Council. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul chose Rosenquest for the council seat, which was previously occupied by Pat Russell. Rosenquest is an alumni of SUNY Plattsburgh. His term on...
Plattsburgh man arrested after allegedly threatening a man and child with a knife
PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. — Jeffery R. Caron, 34, of Plattsburgh is facing felony and misdemeanor charges after allegedly threatening a man and a child with a knife on May 3. The Clinton County Sheriff's Office said in a press release that Caron allegedly threatened the two victims after they tried to intervene in a domestic dispute that he was involved in.
Participants, organizers gear up for 2nd year of Lake City Running Festival
PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. — As Memorial Day Weekend approaches, runners in our region are gearing up for the much-anticipated Lake City Running Festival, set to take place in Plattsburgh. With the event marking its second year, excitement is among participants and organizers alike. Hayden Reidy, the Race Director of the...
Ausable Valley, Beekmantown girls flag football teams grab wins
KEESEVILLE, N.Y. — With the Section VII high school girls flag football playoffs just days away, teams are looking to get in some end-of-the-season wins as a confidence boost heading into the dance. Ausable Valley High School and Beekmantown High School were able to take advantage of that, picking...
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