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The New York Department of Environmental Conservation is reminding residents to take precautions against ticks this summer. Officials recommend wearing long sleeves and insect repellent, checking for ticks after spending time outdoors and keeping yards clear of leaf litter and overgrown vegetation.

The New York State Department of Financial Services has issued new guidelines requiring auto insurers to factor recent state reforms into rate filings. Officials say the changes are intended to reduce fraud, limit costly litigation and help lower auto insurance premiums for drivers across the state.

New York officials are encouraging income-eligible residents to enroll in the Energy Affordability Program and Enhanced Energy Affordability Program. The programs provide monthly discounts on electric and natural gas bills, with state officials estimating another 1.5 million households may qualify for assistance.

Sticker Mule CEO Anthony Constantino says President Donald Trump’s endorsement helped propel him to victory in the Republican primary for New York’s 21st Congressional District. Political analysts say the result underscores Trump’s continued influence with Republican voters across the state.

A fire last Thursday evening on Sentinel Road in Lake Placid destroyed a residential building and displaced one person. The resident escaped without injury before firefighters arrived. Crews from Lake Placid, Saranac Lake and Keene responded, preventing the fire from spreading to nearby structures.

Thousands of people lined Main Street in Lake Placid Saturday for the village’s annual Fourth of July parade. The day featured live music, family activities and community celebrations before ending with a fireworks display over Mirror Lake.