Deadline for Beekmantown taxes nears
BEEKMANTOWN — Because Oct. 31 is on a Saturday this year, school taxes will be payable Monday, Nov. 2, to the School District collector.
After that date, taxes are turned over to the county treasurer and an additional 5-percent penalty, plus interest, will be added to November tax bills.
The postmark governs the date on mailed payments.
Board of Elections extends hours
PLATTSBURGH — The Clinton County Board of Elections will extend its hours to accommodate voters seeking assistance before Election Day, which is next Tuesday.
The office will be open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. today instead of closing at 5 p.m.
The office will also be open from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday.
People seeking applications for absentee ballots can get them at the office and take them home to fill out and mail them in or they can fill them out and hand them in right at the office.
Absentee ballots must be postmarked by Nov. 2.
Common Council to decide on running race
PLATTSBURGH — The Plattsburgh Common Council will address several items at tonight's meeting.
Among the agenda items to be acted on are a resolution to write off unpaid bills from the Municipal Lighting Department of $2,129 for November 2008, amending the boundaries of the Empire Zone and approving a half-marathon city-run event next April.
The meeting begins with a work session at 5 p.m. and the regular meeting at 5:30, both open to the public.
Boil water notice lifted
PORT KENT — The New York State Department of Health as lifted the boil water order for the Port Kent water district.
City to test emergency lights Friday
PLATTSBURGH — The City of Plattsburgh Department of Public Works will have a daytime test of the snow ban parking emergency lights Friday.
Moriah Toy Drive under way
MORIAH — Applications and donations are being accepted for the annual Town of Moriah Toy Drive.
The deadline for applications is Thursday, Dec. 10. To apply, contact Jeannie Ball, 546-8627; Gail Waldron, 546-3022; Laura Venne, 546-7704; or Brenda Baker, 546-7234.
Donations of money, new and unwrapped toys or gift certificates are being sought by the Port Henry Fire Department. Drop boxes and money-collection jars are located in local businesses; look for the big red star in participating business windows.
Donations may also be mailed to: PHFD Auxiliary, P.O. Box 146, Port Henry, NY 12974.
NCCS School Board meeting coming up
CHAMPLAIN — The Northeastern Clinton Central School Board will meet at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday in the Middle/High School library.
Among the items on the agenda are snow removal bids, appointment of personnel and appointment of substitutes.
The public may attend.
Local News
Of Interest: Oct. 29, 2009
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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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