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North County voters want more discussion of issues and less negativity in campaigns

From TV to social media, the airwaves are filled with political ads these days. Many are attacks on opponents and the volume is increasing as Election Day approaches. WAMC North Country Bureau Chief Pat Bradley spoke with folks at a recent festival and found that people would rather hear where candidates stand on the issues.

Plattsburgh, NY · 22d
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Adk Rail Trail Gateway, Champlain Canal Trail Reopen

Recreationists in Upstate New York got some good news this week from two major multi-use trails. The new Lake Placid Trailhead, a gateway that significantly improves eastern access to the 34-mile Adirondack Rail Trail has opened in Essex County. Also two miles of the Champlain Canalway Trail, part of the Empire State Trail between Towpath Lane and Route 196 in the Towns of Fort Edward and Kingsbury in Washington County, has been resurfaced and reopened.

Lake Placid, NY · 22d
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Vermont Railroad Museums (2026): A Complete Guide

Vermont’s railroad collection is at the Shelburne Museum, south of Burlington. Electra Havemeyer Webb founded it in 1947. The town’s 1890 station, moved onto the grounds in 1959, stands with Central Vermont 4-6-0 No. 220 and the private car Grand Isle. The bookable ride is the Green Mountain Railroad, part of the Vermont Rail System.

Vermont · 22d
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Adirondack Health renews support for Silver Skaters at Civic Center

Cliff and Karen Smalley, of Vermontville, enjoy time together on the ice at the Saranac Lake Civic Center. — SARANAC LAKE | There is something special about having a reason to get together. For adults 50 and over in the Adirondack community, that reason might be an hour on...

Saranac Lake, NY · 22d
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Plattsburgh Common Council considering temporary moratorium on “certain high energy use facilities”

The Plattsburgh Common Council tonight will hold a public hearing and then vote on a temporary moratorium on “certain high energy use facilities.”. On June 17th, the Common Council unanimously passed a local land-use and economic development law to “regulate high-energy-intensive uses, including cryptocurrency mining operations, blockchain validation facilities, and large-scale data centers.”

Plattsburgh, NY · 23d

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Nectar’s could be making a comeback in Burlington

BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - The iconic Burlington nightclub Nectar’s that closed last year could be coming back to life. WCAX has learned of the possibility that Nectar’s will return after shutting its doors last summer, citing the impact of Main Street construction and staffing issues. It is unclear...

Burlington, VT · 23d

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Clinton Co. Legislature unanimously confirms Dyer and Souliere to BOE

The Clinton Co. Legislature unanimously confirmed Mary R. Dyer and David J. Souliere IV as Dem. and GOP commissioners of Clinton Co. BOE. — PLATTSBURGH | The Clinton County Legislature unanimously confirmed Mary R. Dyer to a fourth term as Democratic Election Commissioner, and David J. Souliere IV to a second term as Republican Election Commissioner, of the Clinton County Board of Elections during its regular session last night.

Clinton County, NY · 23d

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Altona officially breaks ground on new Town Hall

Town of Altona Interim Supervisor Brady Smart, at right, hands out shovels for groundbreaking for the new Town Hall. — ALTONA | Heavy rain on Tuesday morning stopped just in time for groundbreaking on the new Town Hall in Altona. Church of the Holy Angels Rev. Pedro Edgardo "Jay"...

Altona, NY · 24d

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Burlington Mayor Vows to Prevent Immigration Arrests in Public Spaces

Burlington Mayor Emma Mulvaney-Stanak signed an executive order on Wednesday morning that promises to keep immigration agents from making arrests in public places such as city-owned property, churches, hospitals, schools and polling sites. The order was a largely symbolic gesture that “amplifies” a new state law passed earlier this year...

Burlington, VT · 24d

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Downtown garages get needed repairs

BURLINGTON, Vt. (ABC22/FOX44) – Downtown Burlington’s parking garages are being upgraded with repairs are currently underway. Recently, the Burlington City Council approved the Department of Public Work’s request for a $1.6 million loan to update and repair the three downtown garages. The Westlake Garage, College Street Garage and Marketplace Garage all need extensive work. More […]

Burlington, VT · 24d

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White Cane Awareness Day walk highlights accessibility in Burlington

People who are blind or visually impaired took part in a historic walk to Burlington City Hall Friday.

Burlington, VT · 22d

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PlanBTV 2050 News & Planning Updates

Keep reading for exciting updates on planBTV 2050, Burlington’s Unified Comprehensive Plan, and other Office of City Planning news. Save the date! Our next planBTV 2050 Community Open House will be on Thursday, November 5th, from 4:30-8pm at the new Burlington High School!. Burlington Office of City Planning PlanBTV...

Burlington, VT · 23d

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One month in, Vermont’s diverging diamond traffic pattern receives positive reviews

Colchester, VT · 22d

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Saranac Lake development board looks at APA headquarters project

The Saranac Lake Development Board got a first look at the plans for the Adirondack Park Agency headquarters project in the village downtown last week. The board started to set up a marathon of meetings to look at several variances and the site plan for the project in the coming months, starting with a public hearing on the variances coming up on Monday.

Saranac Lake, NY · 23d

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Village of Saranac Lake advances budget-first fire station

The earlier Wendel Five Bugles schematic described a 57,459-square-foot combined facility with an estimated total cost of approximately $37 million. That concept is no longer being pursued. SARANAC LAKE | Village of Saranac Lake is transitioning from a combined public safety facility to evaluating a dedicated fire station at two Village-owned properties at 100 Broadway and 33 Petrova Avenue.

Saranac Lake, NY · 24d

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Plattsburgh's Downtown Trick or Treat set for Oct. 24

On Saturday, Oct. 24, 12-2 p.m., the City of Plattsburgh will be full of spooks and treats - and maybe a few tricks. PLATTSBURGH | The City of Plattsburgh, in partnership with Community Bank N.A., is hosting the seventh annual Downtown Trick or Treat, where participants can stop by more than 30 downtown businesses for a treat between 12 and 2 p.m. This year’s festivities will feature a Downtown Business Storefront decorating contest, with the winner chosen by the public; a dance performance by Center Stage Dance group; free face painting in Trinity Park; and more in Betty Little Arts Park. KOOL 105.1 will be set up in Trinity Park DJ'ing a set of spook-tacular tunes, thanks to Hall Communications.

Plattsburgh, NY · 23d

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Clinton County Health Department gives measles guidelines

The Clinton County Health Department is advising residents to check their vaccination history as measles cases surge across New York and the US. While Clinton County has no reported cases this year, over 100 cases have been confirmed statewide, prompting proactive preventative measures.

Clinton County, NY · 24d