Rangers Help Track Down Man Who Bolted From Hospital

Recetnly in Harrietstown, Forest Rangers joined NYSP in searching for a patient from Adirondack Medical Center. The subject ran away from the hospital and swam across Lake Colby. Rangers spotted the patient running on the snowmobile trails behind the camp. After a brief chase, Ranger Corey took the patient into custody and turned him over … Read more

The Heart Network Seeks Medical Debt Stories

The Heart Network is seeking stories from North Country residents impacted by medical debt. The testimonials collected will be used to support a statewide campaign to end medical debt. Individuals who submit stories may be eligible for compensation; The Heart Network will provide assistance with writing and editing. Submissions must be received no later than … Read more

Paddlers Impacted By Projects

Several projects along the Saranac River section of the Northern Forest Canoe Trail (NFCT) will impact access for paddlers and other users this fall. The projects include construction on Casey Road, a dam removal near Indian Rapids and a fish ladder being installed at Imperial Mills Dam. Also, both the traditional Union Falls Dam portage … Read more

Lake Clear Man Facing Menacing, Weapons Charges

State Police arrested 72 year old Bruce Cameron of Lake Clear for menacing and criminal possession of weapon. Authorities went to the area of Saint Regis Carry Road for a menacing complaint. An investigation determined Cameron was acting erratically and verbally harassing people. Cameron picked up a chainsaw, started it, revved it up, and was … Read more

Keeseville Man Charged With Welfare Fraud

39 year old John Anderson of Keeseville was issued a criminal summons Aug. 28 by the Essex County Sheriff’s Department after they received notification from the Essex County Department of Social Services of an alleged incident of welfare fraud they uncovered during an investigation. Anderson allegedly falsely reported his household income to them, which resulted … Read more

‘Invasive Species In A Climate Change’ Webinar

The Adirondack Park Invasive Plant Program is hosting a free webinar on how climate change could make the Adirondacks more hospitable to invasive species. The Adirondack Daily Enteprise reports “Invasive Species in a Changing Climate” is scheduled for 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 20.

Route 73 Shuttle Making A Return

The free state-funded, county-operated Route 73 shuttle system will return to serve hikers and leaf peepers for its third year on Sept. 23, running from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays until Oct. 9, reports the Adirondack Daily Enteprise, to help accommodate the higher traffic for the fall season.

New Air Service Coming From Plattsburgh To Orlando

With a drive to Plattsburgh, you can get to Florida soon, as a new air service will begin flying from Plattsburgh to Orlando, Fla. at the end of November. The additional air service from Breeze Airways is expected to be a welcome sight for local travelers as they’ll be offered inexpensive flights, cheap parking and … Read more

Saranac Lake To Test Uber Subsidy Program

The village of Saranac Lake is preparing to launch a six-month pilot program with the ridesharing app Uber to pay for half the fare of rides for villagers who meet income, disability or age qualifications. According to the Adirondack Daily Enterprise, the village would provide monthly vouchers to pay for 50% of ride costs for … Read more