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NY weather: Marble-sized hail expected with thunderstorms to hit Clinton County Sunday
A report was issued from the National Weather Service on Sunday at 5:50 a.m. for strong thunderstorms until 6:30 a.m. for Clinton County. The storms may bring marble-sized hail (0.5 inches). "At 5:49 a.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm over Alburgh Village, moving east at 45 mph," according to...
NY state money to develop Plattsburgh infrastructure and housing
PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. (WCAX) - New funding from New York’s state budget will help beef up housing and infrastructure in the town of Plattsburgh. More than $590 million is being set aside state wide for chips funding, which is a pot of money that’s used to repair roads. The allocation is an increase of about $60 million compared to last year. Town Supervisor Michael Cashman says it’ll help with paving projects. Also in the budget, more than $600 million for pro-housing communities.
Part of Telegraph Road in Peru, New York closed indefinitely due to culvert repairs
PERU, N.Y. — A section of Telegraph Road will be shut indefinitely on Friday afternoon as crews begin work to fix a major culvert collapse. Town of Peru officials announced that Telegraph Road between houses #403 and 382 will be closed for the foreseeable future as of Friday, April 26 at 2:30 p.m.
Overnight gunfire in Colchester
COLCHESTER, Vt. (WCAX) - Police are investigating a shooting in Colchester overnight. Just after midnight, police received reports of a shooting near Sharrow Circe. When police got there, they spoke with witnesses and collected ballistic evidence - indicating someone shot a gun. Right now, police say no one was hurt, and they have no suspects. They believe this is an isolated incident. Anyone with information should call Colchester P.D.
Peru community steps up to help family of Krysten Remy, who was stabbed to death April 18
Peru, NY – A life lost too soon in Peru, where people came together on Wednesday to show love and support for the family of Krysten Remy who was stabbed to death in her home on April 18. Remy was a daughter, sister, niece, cousin — and a new...
Play of the Week Candidates 4/22-4/28
Below are our play of the week candidates, above you can watch the plays. Middlebury men’s lacrosse: Will Zink scores behind the back Plattsburgh Hornets flag football: Zoey Rovito avoids several tackles to get close to goal line UVM men’s lacrosse: First-year Luke Reiter takes flight for incredible goal Vote here for our Play of […]
Former A Canine Gem dogs find forever homes 2 months after being seized
CLINTON COUNTY, N.Y. — It's been two months since the Clinton County Sheriff's Departmentseized nearly 50 dogs from the Beekmantown-based animal rescue "A Canine Gem." The dogs have been housed at the County Jail and now, many of them have now found their forever homes, where they are being embraced with love and care.
Funeral services held for Peru resident Krysten Remy
PERU, N.Y. — In a display of solidarity and support, the North Country community gathered Wednesday morning to honor the memory of Krysten Remy, wholost her life at her home in Peru last week. Krysten's uncle, Kenneth Remy, expressed the family's profound grief: "This is a horrible tragedy, certainly...
Annual Day of Caring kicks off in Plattsburgh
PLATTSBURGH, NY. (WCAX) - The annual Day of Caring kicked off in Plattsburgh Saturday with several volunteer opportunities. Organizers hosted a park clean up held at Camp Tapawingo – the space is used to host Girl Scout events and non profit summer camps. The park clean up helped to...
Pro-Palestinian protests spread to two Vermont colleges
Two of Vermont’s most renowned academic institutions are now the sites of protests, joining the growing movement of pro-Palestinian sentiment on college campuses. Pro-Palestinian demonstrators have set up tent encampments at the University of Vermont and Middlebury College, calling for action against Israel’s actions in Gaza, and any complicity their schools might have in the matter.
Home tour of the week: A charming townhome in Colchester with a spacious backyard area
This townhome in Colchester includes a kitchen with plenty of cabinets and a sun-soaked living/dining area. The home also includes access to a detached one car garage that can be used for parking or storage. Bedrooms: 2. Bathrooms: 2 (1 full, 1 half) Price: $319,000. HIGHLIGHTS: mudroom entryway, galley kitchen,...
YCQM April 28, 2024
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - This week on “You Can Quote Me’, Consumers are looking for ways to handle their debt but multiple government agencies are warning about fake promises. We investigate how big a problem these broken promises can be. Guest Bert Johnson, Middlebury College. Vermont prepares to...
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