25 YEARS AGO -- 1983
As the saying goes, you can't get something for nothing. But that's practically what is happening with Franklin County's Off-Track Betting. As of May, income from the county's two betting parlors -- in Malone and Saranac Lake -- increased $13,261 from last year.
Emergency repairs to Jersey Bridge in the Town of Jay, hamlet of AuSable Forks, are completed. Ice breaking up over the years pushed the main beams up and bent them.
Passengers on an Albany-bound Amtrak train were detained in Plattsburgh about three hours by a derailed Delaware and Hudson engine. The engine went off the track near Bridge and Green streets.
A sudden switch in schools for at least four Beekmantown third-graders has their parents crying foul. The parents claim the move from the Beekmantown Elementary School to Cumberland Head School will force their children to ride the bus twice as long each day, making them lose school time.
50 YEARS AGO -- 1958
Enrollments at public and parochial schools throughout the city and county topped all previous records as they soared to nearly 15,000 for the 1958-59 school year. Last year, more than 13,000 enrolled in city and county schools.
The Common Council votes to increase the pay of all city employees. Most employees will receive a 5-percent boost, but some will get increases of up to 10 percent.
A severe thunderstorm, driven by winds of more than 50 mph, slashes across the North Country, leaving in its wake downed trees and power lines. The storm proves to be more or less a climax of the Labor Day weekend.
Municipal Beach receipts show an increase of $900 this season over those of last year. Receipts total $89,802.
75 YEARS AGO -- 1933
The total attendance at the Municipal Beach for the season of 1933 is recorded at 105,150. That exceeds all previous season records.
Malone's Town Welfare Commission estimates $3,000 worth of vegetables have been raised in the gardens of that village for the needy of that community.
Robert Minich of Tupper Lake, newly elected New York state commander of the American Legion, is accorded an impressive welcome on his return home. Hundreds of residents meet him at the station, accompanied by the Tupper Lake Boys Band and a 24-piece bugle and drum corps.
Joseph Harper, 48, of 59 Cornelia St., Plattsburgh is critically injured when he falls from a roof he was repairing at 13 Stetson Ave.
100 YEARS AGO -- 1908
The capital stock of the High Falls Pulp and Paper Co. of Chateaugay is increased from $50,000 to $250,000.
A number of well-known businessmen in Clinton County have become interested in the invention of L.J. Aldredge of Plattsburgh and have incorporated the Aldredge Roller Bearing Manufacturing Co. The new company is incorporated for $200,000.
Most of the streets of Plattsburgh are in darkness because the Light, Heat and Power Co. could not get power to generate sufficient electricity. The water in the river is unusually low due to lack of rain.
A contract for laying new water mains, putting in new hydrants and removing old hydrants, making house connections and taking up old pipe in the City of Plattsburgh is awarded to W.A. Goodale and Co. of Schenectady.
Local News
Lookback: Sept. 1, 2008
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Attempted-murder trial set
The case against Robert J. McCann, who is charged with trying to kill his former girlfriend at a secluded Westville site, begins Tuesday in Franklin County Court.
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A historic battle for interracial marriage
Forty-five years ago, the U.S. Supreme Court struck down all remaining state bans on interracial marriage in Loving v. Virginia.
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Fireworks to close weekend carnival
The final day of the Saranac Lake Winter Carnival is filled with activities and events. INCLUDES VIDEO
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Arts and economic development discussed
A success story about a theater in Glens Falls underscored the importance of the arts at a presentation put on by Partnership for Community Development in Plattsburgh.
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Essex County launches flood-recovery grant outreach
The Empire State Development Flood Recovery Grant Program provides up to $20,000 in grant funds for businesses, farms and rental property recovering from flood damage.
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In Montreal, amour is the word
Go on a romantic getaway north of the border for under $50.
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Liquor and Wine Warehouse honored at national convention
The business was named a Brown-Forman Retailer of the Year and received the award at the American Beverage Licensees convention in Milwaukee.
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Cost of the Market Basket remains steady in January
Costs mark the third consecutive month of good news for consumers.
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Of Interest: Feb. 12, 2012
Peru Central School Board to hold budget discussion.
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Business briefs: Feb. 12, 2012
New manager; Approved appraiser; Helicopter survey; Radio co-host; Disaster relief; Professional driver; New president; Business mixer; Fundraiser set; Web chat.
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Farm briefs: Feb. 12, 2012
Registration open for pest-management training; Water-withdrawal reporting date approaching; Farm Bureau applauds pro-farm legislation;
- February 11, 2012
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Attempted-murder trial set
The case against Robert J. McCann, who is charged with trying to kill his former girlfriend at a secluded Westville site, begins Tuesday in Franklin County Court.
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United Way of the Adirondack Region exceeds goal
The 2012 campaign brought in $775,112.
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Clinton County to consolidate voting districts
The move is aimed at saving towns and the City of Plattsburgh money for hosting elections.
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Waterway projects approved for Essex County
The State Emergency Management Office has so far identified 26 sites that need flood-mitigation or remediation; funding has come through for nine so far.
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Area schools battle against time
Teachers and administrators around the North Country struggle over how to meet state mandates while providing quality education.
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Champlain snowmobile crash results in serious injuries
Douglas M. Tetreault and Robert Worrell were transferred to Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington from CVPH Medical Center in Plattsburgh following the early morning accident along the Great Chazy River.
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Parade highlights carnival festivities
Many other events are on course for the Saranac Lake Winter Carnival this weekend.
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Attempted-murder trial set
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