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Get your daily dose of what's happening in New York's North Country, the Adirondacks, Vermont, Canada, and beyond. Host David Sommerstein presents the best stories from North Country Public Radio's award-winning newsroom. You'll hear the most interesting voices on the most important issues in the region. There's even a micro-newscast to keep you up to date. When you miss
New York's child care subsidy program expanded to help more parents afford child care. But it's become so popular that over half of the counties in the state have run out of money for it just two months into the fiscal year. Also: We visit a soup kitchen in Canton that's seeing more demand amidst cuts to federal safety net programs.
A new $40 million lodge at the base of Gore Mountain is ready for skiers. But it hasn't opened yet due to disputes between the town of Johnsburg and ORDA, which runs the ski area. Also: Republican Assemblyman Robert Smullen launched his campaign for the North Country's congressional district last week.
A village bill meant to protect immigrants in Saranac Lake sparked months of tension at board meetings. It's also left some locals questioning how their police force will respond to the growing threat of federal immigration enforcement. Also: Zohran Mamdani plans to push an ambitious agenda when he returns to Albany as New York City's new mayor.
Supporters of building a nuclear power plant in the North Country held educational sessions recently. But many people remain skeptical of nuclear energy's safety and potential economic benefit to the region. Also: Enrollment at SUNY is up more than 6% over the last three years, including 5% at community colleges.
The state plans to close Bare Hill Correctional Facility this spring, one of three state prisons in Malone. We talk with local officials and advocates for inmates about the impact of the closure. Also: Why the massive $125 million deal to buy the Whitney estate in the central Adirondacks fell through.
As Elise Stefanik sets her sights on the governor's mansion, we take a look at the Republican's impact on New York's 21st Congressional District after six terms in office. Also: The state announced today it's closing Bare Hill Correctional Facility, one of three prisons in Malone.
A military sub-contractor in Essex County is triggering the Adirondack Park Agency's first adjudicatory hearing in almost 15 years. We'll hear the details behind a controversial proposal to test military-grade cannons in the Adirondacks. Also: Governor Kathy Hochul says she’s enlisting business leaders in her push to keep President Donald Trump from sending the National Guard to New York City.
Whiteface Mountain is getting an early start to the ski season this weekend. The weather's been decent, but it's the snowmaking technology that makes this early opening possible. Also: Governor Kathy Hochul and New York City mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani are talking about how they can push back against the Trump administration if it sends National Guard troops to New York.
The invasive spotted lanternfly hasn't made it to the North Country yet, but it may not be long. We talk with an expert about how the North Country's cold could prevent a widespread infestation. Also: Governor Kathy Hochul is considering multiple picks for her running mate next year.
New York wants to build a new nuclear power plant in Upstate New York to produce more carbon-free electricity. Assemblyman Scott Gray thinks the state should build it here in the North Country. He's hosting hearings to educate the public. Also: A controversial weapons range proposed in the eastern Adirondacks could be headed to a special APA hearing.
North Country Congresswoman Elise Stefanik is moving on to Albany, trying to unseat Democratic Governor Kathy Hochul. We hear from voters in the region, who are finding flaws in both candidates. Also: A Head Start program in Warren County is at risk of closing even if the federal government starts business again soon.
The North Country's newest Assemblymember could begin serving the 115th District as soon as this week. We talk with Democrat Michael Cashman, who says he plans to make the North Country's voice heard as a member of the legislative majority in Albany. Also: Governor Kathy Hochul's administration is clearing a big roadblock for a natural gas pipeline off the coast of New York City.
As the Trump Administration appeals in court to stop funding for SNAP food assistance, millions of people are struggling to put food on the table. We visit food pantries in the North Country where lines are long and people are worried about the coming winter. Also: Congresswoman Elise Stefanik is making the rounds doing interviews today after she announced she's running for Governor of New York next year.
Finding a move-in-ready home for less than $200,000 is basically a pipe dream in much of the Adirondacks. But one is for sale in Newcomb, and it represents a potential solution for affordable workforce housing. Also: Lawmakers in Essex County are pushing back against a plan to rename Coon Mountain near Westport, saying its origin isn't derogatory.
In the North Country's top race yesterday, Democrat Michael Cashman kept an Assembly seat with his party in the special election to replace Billy Jones. We sort through the results from yesterday's election. Also: We hear what was on voters' minds in St. Lawrence County.
We visit a small farm in Keeseville that’s rethinking what it means to grow and share food. There are no employees, no price tags, and everything on the farm is offered as a gift to the local community. Also: On Election Day, we sum up the big races in the North Country and one big Adirondack ballot measure that the whole state will vote on.
It's election day tomorrow. Polls are open from 6 am to 9 pm. We'll sort through two local races we're watching - for Canton town supervisor and Clinton County clerk. Also: Biologists are applying lampricide to the Boquet River on Tuesday to try to kill off an invasive fish.
On your back of your ballot this election year is a proposition that could have big implications for the Adirondacks. Proposition 1 would fix a constitutional violation tied to an Olympic sports complex in Lake Placid and add 2,500 acres to the forest preserve. Also: Congresswoman Elise Stefanik is releasing her first book as she's about to announce whether she'll run for governor next year.
It's an off-year election season, but there are some big races in the North Country's cities. We sort through who's running in Watertown and Glens Falls and in the special election Assembly race for Billy Jones' seat. Also: Democrats called on the Trump Administration to fully fund SNAP food assistance before Saturday's deadline, when checks won't go out because of the federal shutdown.
There are an unusually high number of write-in campaigns in Essex County on Election Day. The Adirondack Daily-Enterprise did reporting to figure out why. Also: A state Assemblyman is raising concerns about new bright LED headlights causing distractions for drivers.
Get your daily dose of what's happening in New York's North Country, the Adirondacks, Vermont, Canada, and beyond. Host David Sommerstein presents the best stories from North Country Public Radio's award-winning newsroom. You'll hear the most interesting voices on the most important issues in the region. There's even a micro-newscast to keep you up to date. When you miss