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Archive for 'Law Enforcement News'

Border apprehensions trend upward in the Swanton Sector

Click here for the WCAX News report 

Law enforcement Special Olympics Torch Run coming to town

Annual event coming to Plattsburgh Friday, Sept. 23 Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Free Fishing Day this weekend

Saturday, Sept. 24 initiative coincides with National Hunting and Fishing Day Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Full body scanner to help stop contraband in county jail

Long-awaited $160K equipment secured through American Rescue Plan funds Click here for the Sun Community News Story 

The fight for more federal prison workers in the Adirondacks gets political

Click here for the NCPR story 

New York’s attorney general sues former President Trump and 3 of his children for alleged fraud

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NYSP to deploy North Country troopers to Puerto Rico following Hurricane Fiona

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Federal Ray Brook Prison staffing levels at ‘dangerous’ levels according to union president

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DEC announces annual Arbor Day poster contest

Poster will be used to promote the value of trees in our environment and in ourselves Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Comptroller’s Audit finds Dept. of Corrections and Community Supervision lacking transportation controls

“The Department has not established adequate controls to effectively monitor and ensure accountability over transportation expenses. The Department performs limited to no central monitoring of payments made through the Contractor. Further, the Contractor data does not include sufficient detail the Department would need to adequately monitor vehicle repairs and maintenance costs. Also, the Department does […]

Stefanik co-sponsors bill that would ban most abortions after 15 weeks

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PHOTO STORY: Trooper Brian S. Falb Memorial Bridges dedicated

Family and community applaud public tribute for local 9/11 first responder Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Race for Clinton Co. Sheriff heats up; former deputy runs as write-in against incumbent

Click here for the NBC 5 News story 

The Town of Peru shared an email they received regarding nursing home abuse

My name is Jessica Hawthorne and I came across the helpful information you shared on your site at perutown.com, and was wondering if you were still updating that page. I am the Outreach Director for an advocacy center called Nursing Homes Abuse. Our mission is to be a complete resource center on abuse in nursing […]

Better Business Bureau warns of student loan forgiveness scams

“The scam often begins with a call or voicemail from someone claiming to represent a new student loan forgiveness program, BBB said. The scammer then insists that you need to complete an online application to see if you qualify. The form asks for personal information, such as bank account details.” Click here for the Syracuse.com […]

Rangers assist injured 90-Miler paddler, injured hikers in Hamilton, Essex Counties

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Twelve people accused of smuggling drugs into Malone’s prison

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Burlington Police release data on shootings

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New gun laws raise concern for Battle of Plattsburgh reenactments

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2 men arrested after fatal shooting in Burlington’s City Hall Park By Alan J. Keays

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Burlington dispatchers blame ‘defunding’ for slow police response, crime victims say

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Burlington Police Department investigates its own handling of bike path emergency call

“She dialed 911 as quickly as she could and was transferred to Burlington’s dispatch center. According to Keve, the dispatcher told her no police officers were available to respond and said, ‘“Ma’am, there’s nothing we can do since we’ve been defunded.”’ Click here for the VTDIGGER story 

Fatal I-87 crash claimed the life of Las Vegas man

Police asking for information leading up to the Labor Day crash Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Emergency crews respond to fatal crash on the Adirondack Northway

Accident is near Keeseville – Flames, heavy smoke could be seen on I-87 Monday evening Click here for the NBC 5 News story 

A shooting incident believed to be “different” leaves one man dead in Burlington

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