ECH joins call to avoid sequester
Elizabethtown Community Hospital has joined with the state association to plead with national lawmakers to avoid the “sequester,” a series of cuts that would be made to federal programs if the federal government cannot come up with a budget deal before a March 1 deadline.
New look for Champlain Valley Film Society
The Oscar Award winner for best picture will have a better screen to be seen on when the Champlain Valley Film Society shows it Saturday, March 2.
Essex County may do own radio installation work
During the Feb. 25 Ways and Means Committee meeting, the board passed a resolution to bid for installation and programming of all mobile radios throughout the county-wide radio system. During the discussion, Moriah Supervisor Tom Scozzafava said he had talked with DPW head Anthony LaVigne about county employees doing the installation.
Lady Lions cruise into Class D Finals
The top seed in the Section VII Class D tournament used a 24-2 second quarter to push an already large advantage out to a 43-7 halftime lead en route to a 73-21 victory over semifinal opponent Minerva-Newcomb Feb. 26 at AuSable Valley High School.
Defending D champs ousted by defending C champs
Moriah defeats IL/LL, 34-30
The Moriah Lady Vikings outscored the Indian Lake/Long Lake Lady Orange 13-3 in the final eight minutes of the game to score a 34-30 win in the sectional semifinal round Feb. 26 at AuSable Valley High School.
ELCS district voters to have say on building projects March 5
Public hearing Feb. 27
Residents will also have a chance to learn about the project during a public hearing that will take place Wednesday, Feb. 27, starting at 6 p.m. in the school’s conference room.
Mineville man arrested after posting message that he would kill officers
An online threat against law enforcement led to the arrest of a 23-year old Mineville resident Feb. 22.
Mineville man arrested after posting message that he would kill officers
An online threat against law enforcement led to the arrest of a 23-year old Mineville resident Feb. 22.
Willsboro town, school district looking at joint garage
Officials from the town of Willsboro and the Willsboro Central School District are looking to come together to solve their garage issues.
ELCS advance to D boys semis in Overtime
The third-seeded Lions were forced to overtime by the sixth seeded Indian Lake/Long Lake Orange, as senior Charlie Huttig scored five of his teams six points in the extra five minutes for a 44-41 victory.
Eagles push Wildcats to the limit in D boys quarters
Thomas Mero hit a buzzer-beater to tie the score at 33-33 to end the third quarter with Schroon Lake Feb. 22 in the Class D quarterfinal round, setting up a last eight minutes where the Wildcats would have to prove their championship worthiness.
ELCS Model UN group goes to Harvard
Eight Elizabethtown-Lewis students made their way to Boston recently to participate in the Harvard Model UN.
Lady Patriots rally to make C finals
AuSable Valley uses a 26-2 third quarter to beat the Ticonderoga Sentinels, 51-25, in girls Class C semifinals.
Despite reservations, John King plea deal agreed to
Citing the victim impact statements and those made by the defendant, Essex County Judge Richard Meyer was ready to throw out the plea agreement reached between Essex County District Attorney Kristy Sprague and John King, who pled guilty to strangling his wife, Meredith, on Sept. 25, 2011.
Westport ousts defending champ Willsboro
Keene falls to Chazy
In the opening round against Westport Feb. 20, the Warriors fell behind early but clawed their way back to within two points late in the fourth quarter before the combination of Anderson and Jonathan Gay sealed a 43-36 Eagles victory.
Essex County may have found favor in sales tax hike fight
Essex County Board of Supervisors Chairman Randy Douglas thinks the fight to raise the county's share of the local sales tax to 4 percent may be starting to turn in the county's favor.
United Way meets 95% of its 2013 campaign goal
Even though they fell short—the campaign brought in $736,250, that’s $38,750 less than the goal of $775,000—United Way volunteers said that isn't anything to be ashamed of.
Essex County to bond for bridge work
As the Essex County Department of Public Works continues to deal with the aftermath of Tropical Storm Irene, Commissioner Anthony LaVigne told members of the DPW Committee Feb. 13 that more funding was needed to fix bridges.
Beer tent at county fair to be addressed again
While they would not be looking to bring it in until 2014, the Essex County Agricultural Society is again looking at bringing alcohol sales back to the annual fair.
Ford, Estes earn state spots with track qualifier wins
AuSable Valley indoor track and field athletes Paul Ford and Ashlee Estes had been the best at clearing the high jump bar throughout the 2012-13 Section VII indoor track season.
New non-profit continuing Civic Center work
A new not-for-profit committee has been set up to continue the work needed to bring back the Keeseville Civic Center.
Office for Aging to hold public information events
Director Patty Bashaw told members of the Human Services Committee Feb. 11 that she was preparing to go to towns and senior organizations to talk about the office and their role in the county.
Jail carpets not being replaced
Moriah Supervisor Tom Scozzafava said he had a solution for the carpet that was in disrepair at the Essex County Jail.
Essex County may fund radio installation
Essex County will look at funding the instillation and programming for new mobile radio units for county fire departments as part of the new radio system project.
Patriot athletes earn sectional titles
Several members of the AuSable Valley Patriots varsity winter sports programs earned Section VII championships over the weekend as the winter sports post season officially began.
Holderman, Maguire set dissolution timetable
Mayor Dale Holderman and New York Department of State representative Sean Maguire spoke to members of the Board of Trustees and residents Feb. 12 about the next steps in the village dissolution process.
Supervisor questions stocking fish and game ponds
While youth fishing derbies are popular local events each spring, one Essex County supervisor would like to see the practice of stocking trout prior to the tournaments from the Essex County Fish Hatchery stopped.
CFES holds first conference at new offices
While work is still continuing, the College For Every Student organization was ready to host its first conference in their new headquarters in Essex.
County adds to radio lawyer contract
The Essex County Board of Supervisors will continue to use its legal counsel for the radio project through the end of the year.
Science of Pinewood explored at Transportation Museum
In Plattsburgh, the Champlain Valley Transportation Museum and Kids Station holds an annual Pinewood Derby night, which not only helps scouts begin to create their vehicles, but also introduces them to the science of Pinewood.
Essex County continues to spend for Horace Nye
The board voted on several resolutions pertaining to the soon-to-be-sold facility during its Feb. 7 regular board meeting, including the transfer of up to $20,000 from the contingency fund to the Horace Nye equipment account for the purchase of needed equipment, including beds.
Empire State Games wrap Sunday
A week of sports celebration will wrap up with the final day of events in the Empire State Winter Games set for Sunday, Feb. 10.
Essex County Sheriff gets hiring exemption
Supervisors approve four hires
Members of the Essex County Board of Supervisors approved four new positions during the Feb. 7 regular board meeting, along with granting the Sheriff’s Department request to be exempt from having to bring any correction officer hires before the board for final approval.
Saturday events at ESWG, World Cup Luge
The weekend will start with a slew of events at the Empire State Winter Games Saturday, Feb. 9, along with races at Mount VanHoevenberg as part of the 2013 Luge World Cup event.
McGahay appointed Commissioner for BOE
Allison McGahay, who had recently resigned her position as an Assistant District Attorney with the county for personal reasons, was introduced as the new commissioner after being approved by members of the Board of Supervisors.
Valentine’s Day means big business for local florist
In front of the counter, Valentine’s Day is a chance to find the perfect gift for that special someone, which may end up being a flower arrangement. Behind the counter, Valentine’s Day is the busiest event of the year, according to Tracey Sayre of Flower Designs By Tracey in Westport.
ESWG, Luge World Cup continues Friday
With the opening ceremonies having been concluded, competition will ramp up in the second day of the Empire State Winter Games and World Cup Luge event in Lake Placid Friday, Feb. 8.
Employee assistance program may be coming to Essex County
The Adirondack Regional Employees Assistance representative for New York state may be looking to move his office to Lewis.
Empire State Games start with Torch Run; Day 1 events set
Opening ceremonies, events start Feb. 7
As students from several local schools got things started with the annual Torch Run, final preparations were made to get the Empire State Winter Games started tomorrow.
ELCS seeks voter approval for building projects
Voters in the Elizabethtown-Lewis Central School District will go to the polls in March to vote on a pair of building projects.
Willsboro teachers, students take over Essex Inn
CFES fundraiser successful
On Jan. 30, the Essex Inn turned its restaurant over to members of the Willsboro Central School College For Every Student (CFES) club. Four staff members, including Superintendent Stephen Broadwell, and 11 students were part of the CFES fundraiser at the Essex Inn which brought in $1,118 for the CFES Club.
Offender sweep nets one arrest, more pending
The Essex County Sheriff’s Department made one arrest during a countywide sweep of sexual offenders Jan. 29.
Fish stocking may be down in 2013
Due to disease at one of the key fish hatcheries in New York state, Essex County may see fewer trout being stocked into its lakes and rivers.
Joseph Shaw takes the helm at Champlain National Bank
Joseph Shaw enjoys everything the Adirondacks have to offer, including the chance to lead a local banking institution.
High winds, rain hit area hard
Morning commuters were faced with high winds and rain that caused problems throughout the region the morning of Jan. 31, knocking down trees and closing Route 9N between the towns of Lewis and Chesterfield.
CATS Writing Contest earns its own award
ROOST honors writing contest with Destination Award
On Jan. 24, the Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism (ROOST) recognized the efforts of CATS and the writing contest with one of its three annual Destination Awards, the Tourism Marketing Award.
Essex Post Office learns its fate
Weekday hours may be reduced
Just a little more than a week after United States Postal Service Regional Representative Jeff Sands was in New Russia to talk about the future of their site, he returned to Essex County and the hamlet of Essex.
Adaptive sports finding a home at Empire State Winter Games
As the world of adaptive sports continued to grow, organizers of the Empire State Winter Games hope that the annual Lake Placid event will continue to be at the competitive forefront.
County seeks answers to rabies outbreak
From no positive reported cases in 2010 to 16 in 2012, the spread of the animal-borne disease has made its way into the Champlain Valley.