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Plattsburgh Mayor plans to appoint Peter Mitchell as chief of police

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Plattsburgh mayor calling for Council-Manager consideration

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City Fire Department stops fire at Georgia Pacific plant

Crews seek fire source in heavy smoke conditions Click here for the Sun Community News story 

CVPH Diabetes Self-Management Education Set for January 9

Three-part program offers information, practical tips to those living with Type 2 Diabetes PLATTSBURGH, NY (12/12/2023) – A three-part Diabetes Self-Management Education Program sponsored by the University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) begins Tuesday, January 9 at the main hospital. The program, led by certified diabetes educators Ann Watts and […]

Medical Assistant Laura Crossman Honored for Supporting Patients, Colleagues

 PLATTSBURGH, NY (12/12/2023) – A Medical Assistant renowned for her unwavering support of colleagues while ensuring patients with diabetes get the care they need has been honored as the latest recipient of the BEE Award at The University of Vermont Health Network-Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH). Laura Crossman was presented the award during a surprise […]

Downtown parking fee enforcement resumes Dec. 11

On-street parking remains free everywhere in the downtown district Click here for the Sun Community News story 

RN Elizabeth Trudeau Honored for Helping Patients Feel at Home

PLATTSBURGH, NY – A Registered Nurse who helped a patient get through her struggles away from home has been honored as the latest recipient of The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses at The University of Vermont Health Network-Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH). Elizabeth Trudeau, BSN, RN was presented the award during a surprise ceremony with […]

Stewart’s closing Manning Blvd. shop due to public safety concerns

November 13, 2023 — Stewart’s Shops Corp. is closing its store at the corner of Manning Boulevard and Central Avenue in Albany following a surge in theft, robberies and threats of violence that have created an unsafe environment for our customers and our partners who work there. This unfortunate decision is driven by the need to ensure the safety […]

STEC, SIMPSON BILL RENAMING BRIDGE AFTER FALLEN HERO OFFICIALLY SIGNED INTO LAW

Chesterfield bridge will now be the Lance Cpl. Scott Lee Schultz Memorial Bridge  Legislation sponsored by Senator Dan Stec (R,C-Queensbury) and Assemblyman Matt Simpson to rename a bridge after a deceased local hero has been officially signed into law by Governor Hochul. Bill S2905/A4033 renames a bridge on state Route 22, crossing over I-87 in […]

STEC HONORS GREGORY LEE AS INDUCTEE INTO NEW YORK STATE SENATE’S 2023 VETERANS HALL OF FAME

Senator Dan Stec (R, C-Queensbury) nominated Plattsburgh resident Gregory Lee for the 2023 New York State Senate Veterans Hall of Fame. During the Disabled American Veterans ceremony held at Plattsburgh Barracks Veterans Park on Veterans Day, Stec presented Lance Corporal Lee with his official plaque inducting him into the hall of fame.  Gregory T. Lee […]

Clinton County Historical Association and Museum November 2023 History Presentations

Tuesday, November 14, 2:30 pm.  A Virtual Tour of the Old Base Oval with Helen Nerska showing the original buildings and the histories associated with each one. The Grand Room, Meadowbrook Healthcare, 154 Prospect Ave, Plattsburgh. Thursday, November 16, 6:30 pm. The Catholic Summer School of America – A History in pictures with Robin Labarge […]

Canadian Pacific Holiday Train returns to the North Country

Saturday, Nov. 25 stops include Fort Edward, Port Henry, Plattsburgh and Rouses Point Click here for the Sun Community News story 

End the silence on health care violence.

Our staff share their stories, as a national crisis hits home. Across the country, health care staff suffer more violent assaults than any other profession.  Click here to view the UVN Health Network Video 

CVPH Updates Masking Guidelines

Changes reflect COVID-19 data in hospital, community  PLATTSBURGH, NY  – The University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) is rolling back masking requirements for patients, visitors and employees. Beginning Saturday, October 28, masking will be optional for all who enter CVPH facilities. However, hospital officials say anyone who has symptoms of […]

DiNAPOLI: NEW YORK CITY CONTINUES TO REBOUND AND REGAIN SHARE OF STATE ECONOMIC ACTIVITY (57% of NYS GDP)

2017 – 2022, the city’s gross domestic product (GDP) rose 8.2% during that period, accounting for more than 57% of the state’s GDP during each of those years. Economic indicators show New York City’s economy is recovering from the depths of the pandemic, with the city accounting for three-fifths of the state’s total wages and […]

Miracle on Margaret Street returns in 2023

Downtown Plattsburgh event promises fun for all ages on Saturday, Dec. 2 Click here for the Sun Community News story 

CVPH Walk With a Doc Continues Saturday

Local physicians promote benefits of walking, health education  PLATTSBURGH, NY (10/23/2023) – Members of the public can enjoy the bright colors of fall and take steps toward a healthier lifestyle during the upcoming Walk With a Doc. The walk, offered by the University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) Family Medicine […]

Burlington City Council approves Vermont Air National Guard’s 25-year airport lease extension

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CVPH Plans Diabetes Self-Management Education Program in November

Certified diabetes educators to offer information about lifestyle management of Type 1 diabetes PLATTSBURGH, NY – A three-part Diabetes Self-Management Education Program sponsored by the University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) begins Thursday, November 2 at the main hospital.  The program, led by certified diabetes educators Ann Watts and Catherine […]

Sun Community News Reports: $49M in state funding for airports across the state

Funding included for Plattsburgh International, Floyd Bennett and Adirondack Regional airports Click here for the Sun Community News story 

CVPH Employees Helping Clean up Community

Nurse-led effort beautifies stretch of Idaho Avenue, removes potential safety hazards  PLATTSBURGH, NY (10/12/2023) – Employees at The University of Vermont Health Network-Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) are volunteering their time to clean up a 1.4-mile stretch of Idaho Avenue beginning at 10 a.m. this Sunday, October 15. The effort is part of a sponsorship […]

Community members react to recent Plattsburgh vandalism incidents

Graffiti was found throughout various notable locations in the Lake City Click here for the MYNBC5 story 

Burlington declares public health crisis in response to substance use

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Honor Flights 50 and 51 to fly this Saturday

North Country Honor Flight will send 28 more North Country Veterans on a lifetime trip this Saturday, October 7th. “ Thunder in the Burgh” will be the escort from Champlain Center down to the Veterans Park on the US Oval, leaving at 6:15 a.m. The send-off ceremony will start at 7 a.m. sharp; each Veteran […]

‘There is a crisis in the North Country’: health care professionals discuss loss of services locally

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