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NY weather: Expect pea-sized hail with thunderstorms in Clinton and Essex counties Wednesday
A weather alert was issued by the National Weather Service on Wednesday at 1:54 p.m. for strong thunderstorms until 2:45 p.m. for Clinton and Essex counties. The storms may bring wind gusts of up to 50 mph and pea-sized hail (0.25 inches). "At 1:53 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong...
Red Cross aids three after fire in Bloomingdale, New York
BLOOMINGDALE, N.Y. — Three people received emergency aid from the American Red Cross after a fire at a home in Essex County, New York on Tuesday. The Northeastern New York Chapter of the American Red Cross reported that a fire broke out at a home on Union Lane in Bloomingdale, NY on Tuesday evening.
New Owners at Lincoln Peak Vineyard in New Haven
Lincoln Peak Vineyard, a long-standing winery in New Haven, has new owners. Kevin Bednar and Nichole Bambacigno will retain the business' name, bring production back to the winery and revive several of its popular wines, including the Ragtime line — all with a "fresh, younger energy," Bednar said. Chris...
AMR, DEC introduce 2024 parking reservations
KEENE — DEC and Adirondack Mountain Reserve (AMR) have announced the return of its parking reservation system which started May 1 and continues until Oct. 31. This system aims to ensure safe access to trails in the Route 73 corridor, following a successful run in 2023. Since its launch in 2021, over 52,500 users have registered on AMR's website to reserve parking.
Wildlife Watch: Restoring natural floodplains
BRIDPORT, Vt. (WCAX) - Among the rolling hills of Bridport, there was once a functioning farm where the Lemon Fair Wildlife Management Area is now. Today, the land is among areas around the state where Vermont wildlife officials are trying to restore the natural floodplain. Ike Bendavid spoke with Vermont...
La Salle-Peru High School seniors receive scholarships, awards at annual awards night
La Salle-Peru High School honored upcoming graduates with scholarships and special awards during the annual senior awards night April 25 at the school. The following high school seniors received honors and awards for the 2023-24 academic year. Academic awards. Nathaniel Hansen received the $1,000 Esther Styma Scholarship, which is awarded...
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