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Archive for 'County Government News'

Peru JCEO outreach has larger space at St. Augustine’s Parish Center

An important resource for local residents Click here for the Sun Community News story 

State awards $55M for emergency communications systems

Clinton County Awarded $790,040  Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Caring for the homeless in Clinton Co. ‘These are our residents. These are not a migrant population.’

The Peru Gazette also covered this story. Sun Community News reporter Kim Dedam wrote such a great story. I will post hers because I can’t top it. Kim is an outstanding reporter. Press-Republican reporter Carly Newton wrote an exceptional and even more detailed story in today’s Paper. I will post a video of the 54-minute […]

Are we Ten Days from a Trade War?

Statement from Chamber of Commerce President Garry Douglas: Given that the U.S.-Canadian dynamic in all of its many forms is arguably the single biggest driving force in the North Country economy, we were right to feel relief when the President’s executive orders called for a substantive review of trade relationships versus immediate tariffs. A review […]

Elizabethtown: Get the hospital off septic

Click here for the Adirondack Almanac Opinion 

CVES BOCES Announces $59 Million New State-of-the-Art Career and Technical Education Center in Plattsburgh 

1/16/25 – Plattsburgh, New York — Clinton-Essex-Warren-Washington Board of Cooperative Educational Services (CVES BOCES) is proud to announce plans for a new, state-of-the-art Career and Technical Education (CTE) Center in Plattsburgh, New York. This transformative project addresses growing enrollment, space constraints, and the demand for modern workforce development programs, positioning CVES BOCES as a leader […]

Clinton Announces Dean’s and President’s Lists for Fall 2024

Plattsburgh, New York – Clinton Community College’s Administrator in Charge, Ken Knelly, is proud to recognize the following students on their high academic performance during the Fall 2024 semester. Dean’s List students earned a grade point average between 3.25 and 3.749. President’s List students achieved a grade point average of 3.75 or above. Fall 2024 […]

Organizational Meeting held by the Clinton County Legislature

Legislature News Release              January 3, 2025 – Plattsburgh, NY – The Clinton County Legislature held its Organizational Meeting on January 2, 2025, setting the stage for another productive year. Key leadership positions were reaffirmed, emphasizing continuity and a steadfast focus on advancing priorities for Clinton County residents.             Mark Henry was re-elected as Chairperson […]

CCC Alumni Spotlight

Clinton Community College Names Enzo its Official Dog

CCC News Release –  Plattsburgh, NY — Clinton Community College Administrator in Charge Ken Knelly has named Enzo, a seven-year-old English Creme Golden Retriever, the “Official Dog of Clinton Community College.” The appointment was effective following the college’s Board of Trustees meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 17 where the authorization for the appointment was approved. This […]

Clinton Community College Honors Mike Zerrahn as He Retires

CCC News Release – Plattsburgh, NY — Clinton Community College (CCC) has been shaped by countless people over the years, making it the invaluable resource it is today for the North Country. But every so often, someone comes along who doesn’t just leave their mark—they leave a legacy. That’s exactly what Mike Zerrahn has done. […]

CCC’s Alex Cone Places 18th at NJCAA Division 3 National Cross Country Championships

Plattsburgh, N.Y. – Clinton Community College’s Alex Cone achieved an impressive finish at the NJCAA Division 3 National Cross Country Championships held on Saturday in Richmond, Virginia. Competing in the women’s 5k, Cone secured 18th place out of 100 runners, with a personal best time of 21:11.5. This outstanding performance marks a huge accomplishment for […]

Click below for the 2024 Clinton County Election Results

Click here for the Clinton County Board of Elections Totals 

Jim Langley is retiring; new owners to continue serving Peru and the North Country

By John T Ryan November 5, 2024, Peru, NY – One of Peru’s most visible and long-standing businesses will change hands at the end of this year. Langley Insurance Agency owner James Langley Jr. is retiring on December 31, 2024, and Troy Shepherd will become the agency’s new owner. Shepherd, the owner of the MLM […]

DiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Up 1.4% in Third Quarter

“Given this lower year-over-year growth, local officials should temper their expectations for future sales tax revenues.” Local government sales tax collections totaled $5.98 billion in the third calendar quarter (July-September) of 2024, an increase of 1.4%, or $82.7 million, compared to the same quarter last year, according to a report released today by State Comptroller […]

Former CCC Students Inducted into National Semi-Pro Baseball Hall of Fame

Plattsburgh, NY –A group of former Clinton Community College (CCC) students and coaches were recently honored with induction into the National Semi-Pro Baseball Hall of Fame for their outstanding achievements in the Champlain Valley Baseball League. These athletes and coaches have made significant contributions to the sport, and this recognition highlights their lasting impact on […]

The impact of local elections on North Country life

Click here for the NCPR story 

Congresswoman Stefanik Endorsed by 47 Elected Officials in Clinton County

Congresswoman Stefanik News Release – October 14, 2024 – CLINTON COUNTY, NY – Today, 48 Clinton County elected officials including Republicans, Conservatives, Democrats, and Independents endorsed Congresswoman Elise Stefanik for re-election to Congress. “I am gladly endorsing Congresswoman Stefanik’s re-election because she has a solid record of delivering results for Clinton County and the North […]

NYS Federation of Home Bureaus Establishes $10,000 Endowed Scholarship at CCC

Plattsburgh N.Y. – The New York State Federation of Home Bureaus has established a $10,000 endowed scholarship at Clinton Community College (CCC) in honor of Donna Fountain, a proud alumna from the class of 1974, the college announced today. NYS Federation of Home Bureaus has long been committed to supporting higher education through its Scholarship […]

Clinton Community College’s ASAP Program Hosts Career Pathways Event

Plattsburgh, N.Y. – Clinton Community College’s Advancing Success in Associate Pathways (ASAP) program recently hosted a special lunch event highlighting how an associate degree can be a significant first step toward various careers. Faculty and staff shared their personal stories of starting in community college and building successful careers in business and sports management, nursing, […]

Clinton County Reports Second Case of West Nile Virus

Clinton County, October 8, 2024. The Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) today is reporting an additional case of West Nile virus, the second case reported this season in Clinton County.  The individual, who is under the age of 50 and resides in Plattsburgh, began experiencing symptoms consistent with West Nile virus on September 18 and […]

2024 North Country Voter Guide

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Clinton County agencies providing free mosquito dunks amid West Nile, EEE concerns

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CCC hosting Nat’l Voter Registration Day and Constitution Day Events

Plattsburgh, NY – Clinton Community College will host National Voter Registration Day and Constitution Day events on Tuesday, September 17th. From 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, the League of Women Voters will be on campus to assist with voter registration. This event provides an opportunity for community members to register to vote and participate in […]

Fall Enrollment Increases at Clinton Community College

PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. – Clinton Community College is off to a strong start with its fall enrollment, seeing increases of more than 12 percent over a year earlier. As the college completes its first week, the headcount – representing those taking at least one class – stands at 471 students. That compares to 419 a year […]