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NY's Tuition Assistance program is not keeping pace with increased costs a newly released report shows.

A group of 50 were picked from a list of 10,000 for NY State Forest Ranger and EOC Academy training.

The State Division of Consumer Protection warns couples to be alert to scams when planning a wedding.

An effort to bring the Olympics back to NY may be gaining traction according to backers of the idea.

A new nightly multi-state lottery game starts Sunday according to the New York State Lottery.

A bipartisan group of legislators is urging the Governor to bolster funds for road repair in state budget.

The Department of Taxation encourages taxpayers to know their rights regarding a tax preparer.

Lake Champlain froze over for the first time in 7 years according data from the National Weather Service.

The DEC has announced proposed changes to fishing regulations in waterbodies such as Lake Champlain.

Cases of respiratory illness, such as the flu, are starting to decrease the Essex County Health dept. reports.

A warning about romance scams has been issued by the New York State Division of Consumer Protection.

Hundreds of lottery players cashed in big winning tickets at Stewart's last year and 4 became millionaires.

People who feel that Friday the thirteenth is unlucky may want to know 2026 will feature three.

The Department of Motor Vehicles will shutdown temporarily to install a new computer system statewide.

The Opportunities in Organic Act has been reintroduced in the U.S. Senate to ease transition to organic farming.

In the race for NY's 21st Congressional District, Robert Smullen has received the Conservative Party nod.

The Parks Department has over 1,100 opening for lifeguards at parks, pools and beaches statewide.

North Country Assemblyman, Michael Cashman, grows his influence in Albany with committee memberships.

The diverse agricultural market in NY was on display in Albany at the Farm Bureau's Taste of NY Reception.

Those who took part in military classified missions or served on a sub in wartime may get a tax reduction.

An Assemblyman from Long Island has taken over the Minority Leadership role in the NY State Assembly.

Nutrition classes will be offered in March by the Fitzpatrick Cancer Center at CVPH for cancer survivors.

Legislation was signed on Friday that allows for medical aid in dying in New York State starting in August.

Area state leaders are requesting that an energy state of emergency be declared due to price spikes.

Vehicle insurance rates in NY State are some of the highest in the nation the Financial Services Dept. says.

The first meeting of the NY-Canada Task Force with Chair Michael Cashman was held this week in Albany.

Changes are coming to the DMV points system that could lead to more license revocations for violators.

Assembly Minority Leader, Will Barclay, has decided to step down and not seek re-election in September.

Applications are available for the City's "Hometown Heroes Banner Program". The deadline is March 16th.

Plattsburgh State faculty helped fashion a SUNY science of reading policy that will be used system-wide.

The dates of this year's Lake Placid Film Festival have been announced by event organizers.

The date of a public hearing regarding a weapons test range in the Adirondack Park has been changed.

A Congressional bill named after a local veteran passed with bipartisan support and is going to the Senate.

The Empire State Winter Games start tomorrow with a ceremony at the Olympic Center in Lake Placid.

A report from the Comptroller's office offers insight into the current environment at schools.

The Clinton County Health Department offers various tips on ways to bolster long-term health.

The NY State Department of Taxation and Finance urges taxpayers to review eligibility for tax credits.

Della Auto Group was named "Business of the Year" by the North Country Chamber of Commerce.

There are several blood drives this month in the North Country offered by the Adirondack Blood Center.

Plattsburgh Town Supervisor, Chuck Kostyk, is encouraged by the December increase in border crossings.

Plattsburgh International Airport has a new director starting this week after the retirement of Chris Kreig.

The price of gas locally has inched up slightly as severe winter weather has disrupted gas supplies.

Data is in from the State Police showing more tickets were given out this past holiday vs the pervious year.

ORDA is reporting a study shows Lake Placid will have reliable weather for winter sports for years.

An independent state prison oversight group has suggested a technical upgrade is needed in NY.

The Town of Plattsburgh wants taxpayers to know a change in postal service may cause late payments.

Local Assemblymember Michael Cashman is now on the Assembly committee on aging in Albany.

Reportedly felt on both sides of Lake Champlain

Suspect vehicle located in Franklin County, New York.

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Tyler J. Hart, 30, arrested on multiple charges.