Glens Falls TODAY: Morning Brief is a daily news update podcast designed to provide members of our local communities with quick, convenient updates on the most important news around the area.
Hosted by Gary Scott & Dylan McGlynn Produced by Gary Scott
Today, Gary discusses plans to build a new event space for the Glens Falls Farmers’ Market. Also, the All Abilities Productions theatre troupe finds a home in the Aviation Mall, a local gun store burglarized for the second time in six months, Saratoga County’s efforts to combat opioid overdoses, businesses in Lake George planning renovations ahead of the busy summer season, and Scotlander Brewing Company participating in a campaign to raise funds for brain cancer research.
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All Abilities Productions Finds a Home – News 10
Calamity Jane’s Burglarized Again – Post Star
A New Home for the Farmers’ Market – News 10
Saratoga County Fights Opioids – Glens Falls Chronicle
LG Businesses Plan Renovations – Post Star
Today, Gary discusses the status of short-term rental properties in the City of Glens Falls, and a partnership between Habitat for Humanity and WAIT House in response to the housing shortage. Also, another meeting set to discuss Queensbury’s options for water line expansion, plans for restoration of Glens Falls city parks, an update in the Capital District Transit Authority’s proposed acquisition of Greater Glens Falls Transit, and Rockwell Falls Public Library in Lake Luzerne to host its first-ever drag queen story hour this Saturday.
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Queensbury Water Line Expansion – News 10
City Park Restorations – Post Star
WAIT House & Habitat Ribbon Cutting – Glens Falls TODAY
Glens Falls Monitoring Short-Term Rentals – Post Star
Update: The CDTA Acquisition – Sun Community News
Drag Queen Story Hour – News 10
Today, Gary discusses Ray Perry, the successor to Bob Blais in the role of Lake George Village Mayor. Also, a parking survey released by the City of Glens Falls, a school under construction in Ghana to be named after former Lake George Mayor Bob Blais, the Lake George Association’s new Director Of Marketing and Communications, Lake George named as one of the nation’s top relaxing vacation spots, and the upcoming North Country Ministry spring fundraiser.
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Overnight Parking Survey – Post Star
Glens Falls Parking Survey – News 10
Robert Blais Elementary School – Sun Community News
The New LG Village Mayor – Post Star
LGA: New Director Of Marketing and Communications – Glens Falls TODAY
LG Named Among Top Relaxing Vacation Spots – News 10
North Country Ministry Fundraiser – Sun Community News
Today, Gary discusses a DEC advisory for hiking safety. Also, Glens Falls High School’s inaugural Job Fair and Career Expo, Lake Luzerne elementary school’s coin challenge, the Warren County Board of Elections seeking two new positions, two twin SUNY Adirondack students receive the Chancellor’s Award, SUNY Adirondack seeking additional funding from Warren and Washington Counties, and the Glen Drive-In announces its opening date.
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Glens Falls High School Job Fair – Glens Falls TODAY
Lake Luzerne Lucky Leprechaun Coin Challenge – News 10
ADK Hiking Safety – Sun Community News
Warren County Board of Elections Seeks New Positions – Post Star
SUNY ADK Twins Win Chancellor’s Award – News 10
SUNY ADK Seeks County Funding – Post Star
Glen Drive-In Opening – News 10
Today, Gary discusses the Moreau Community Center’s efforts to track down the owner of a mysterious pizza box found in the street. Also, a new local bounce house rental business, students preparing for the National Dairy Challenge, a BOCES administrator honored as the 2023 Leader in Digital Education, plans for a new highway garage in Chestertown, and the Stewart’s Shops “Paw-Some Pets Contest” taking place this month.
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“A Jump Above” – Glens Falls TODAY
The National Dairy Challenge – Post Star
A Mystery in Moreau – News 10
A Mystery in Moreau, Part 2 – News 10
BOCES Administrator Honored – Post Star
Chestertown Highway Garage Project – Sun Community News
Stewart’s “Paw-Some Pets Contest” – News 10
Today, Gary discusses local concerns regarding a proposed mandate to move the state toward all-electric heating systems. Also, the alleged shooter in a recent road rage incident rejects his plea deal, Daigle Cleaning Systems expanding toward Glens Falls, Hudson Falls Police Department announces its first-ever K-9 unit, the Queensbury Town Board to hold a meeting on expanding water service, and the All Abilities Productions theater troupe preparing to present their first show next spring.
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Alleged Road Rage Shooter Rejects Plea Deal – Post Star
Daigle Cleaning Systems – Glens Falls TODAY
Electric Heating Concerns – Post Star
Hudson Falls K-9 Unit – News 10
Queensbury Water Service Meeting – Glens Falls TODAY
All Abilities Productions: “Snoopy!! The Musical” – News 10
Today, Gary discusses Senator Charles Schumer’s planned Fire Grants and Safety Act of 2023 to save the top federal firefighting funding programs from being eliminated. Also, Glens Falls CSD announces its new mascot, Amtrak’s Adirondack Line returns to service, Argyle’s new school superintendent, Whitehall’s new elementary principal, and the City of Glens Falls altering its outdoor dining regulations.
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Glens Falls Schools’ New Mascot – Glens Falls TODAY
Amtrak ADK Line Returns – News 10
Federal Firefighter Funding – Sun Community News
Argyle School Board Announces New Superintendent – Post Star
New Whitehall Elementary Principal – Post Star
Outdoor Dining in Glens Falls – News 10
Today, Gary discusses a moratorium passed in Hudson Falls, temporarily prohibiting all distribution of cannabis. Also, Thurman’s annual Jack Wax Party, New York State’s annual spring burn ban, the Summer Youth Employment Program accepting student applications, several local schools placed on delay or closed due to bomb threats, and the Charity Lip Sync Battle returning later this month.
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Jack Wax Party – Sun Community News
Warren County Burn Ban – Glens Falls TODAY
Hudson Falls Cannabis Moratorium – Post Star
Summer Youth Employment Program – News 10
Local Schools Delayed by Threats – Glens Falls TODAY
Charity Lip Sync Battle – News 10
Today, Gary discusses local musicians paying tribute to Bobby Dick–a legend in the area music scene, who passed away last week. Also, The 15th Annual Great Upstate Boat Show, the president of Six Flags Great Escape honored as the state’s Outstanding Tourism Executive of the Year, Glens Falls DPW’s open spring pick-up schedule for yard debris, potential plans for a regional morgue in Warren County, and the inaugural Greater Adirondack Toy and Comic Show coming to Lake George later this month.
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The Great Upstate Boat Show – Glens Falls TODAY
Tourism Executive of the Year – Post Star
Remembering Bobby Dick – Post Star
Glens Falls Spring Open Pick-Up – News 10
Warren County Regional Morgue – Sun Community News
Greater Adirondack Toy and Comic Show – News 10
Today, Gary discusses several “swatting” calls made to schools around the region last week. Also, the Adirondack Tabletop Day convention, Lake George Mayor Blais honored by the Disabled American Veterans Department of New York, a new joint project between Habitat for Humanity and WAIT House, and Glens Falls Wing Fest set for the end of this month.
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Adirondack Tabletop Day – Post Star
Mayor Blais Honored by Disabled Veterans – Post Star
“Swatting” Incidents – Sun Community News
Habitat & WAIT House Joint Project – Glens Falls Chronicle
Glens Falls Wing Fest – Glens Falls TODAY
Today, Gary discusses charges in a Saratoga Springs shooting incident last fall. Also, the Queensbury girls lacrosse team’s season-opening victory over Glens Falls, construction to begin on the Northway Exit 24 overpass, Hudson Crossing Park seeking candidates for the 2023 Seedling Award, a former Glens Falls business owner opens a new diner in Albany, and a event on the history of The Sagamore Hotel and Great Camp Sagamore.
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Stories Cited:
Queensbury Girls Lacrosse Season Opener – Glens Falls TODAY
Northway Exit 24 Bridge Construction – Sun Community News
Saratoga Shooting Charges, Part 1 – Post Star
Saratoga Shooting Charges, Part 2 – Post Star
Hudson Crossing Park Seeks Award Candidates – News 10
Bitchin’ Donuts – Post Star
A Tale of Two Sagamores – Lake George Mirror
Today, Gary discusses Senator Jake Ashby’s proposal for compromise over controversial bail reform laws. Also, Saratoga Biochar’s community meetings this week, the Moreau Community Center seeking volunteers for Earth Day cleanup, pioneering female swimmer Diane Struble to be internationally honored, Queensbury School Athletic Director Richard Keys to be awarded for his work, and tickets on sale for the 2023 Lake George Adult Charity Prom.
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Stories Cited:
Saratoga Biochar Meeting – Post Star
Moreau Community Center Seeks Earth Day Volunteers – News 10
Ashby’s Bail Compromise – Post Star
The Feats of Diane Struble – Sun Community News
Section II Athletic Director of the Year – Glens Falls TODAY
Lake George Adult Charity Prom – News 10
Today, Gary discusses the impacts of short-term rental properties on the community, local businesses, and residents of the area. Also, a new partnership between Solar Liberty and Habitat for Humanity, Warren County to hold two events for hazardous waste collection, SUNY Adirondack’s culinary arts center to host its first Taste of the Future event, and Queensbury High School to host a food drive this Saturday.
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Today, Gary discusses The City of Glens Falls examining the possibility of overnight parking. Also, The Greenwich Future Farmers of America chapter’s 34th annual farm toy show, Hickory Hill Ski Center remaining open due to recent snowfall, a new tuxedo and suit shop in Lake George, a Saratoga correction officer accused of sharing confidential information with an inmate, and a reenactment of the 1757 raid on Fort William Henry.
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Today, Gary discusses upcoming opportunities for local high school students seeking summer employment. Also, several SUNY Adirondack students selected for the the 120° Intercollegiate Regional Art Show, a reopening date set for Amtrak’s Adirondack Line, a new local bakery on the rise, the Lake George Association appoints a manager for its new Education for Action programs, the confidential secretary of Warren County’s Administrator receives a special honor, and the Red Cross to hold a blood drive at the Aviation Mall this week.
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Today, Gary discusses Warren County’s financial security amid fears of a national recession. Also, the results of this week’s votes in the Village of Cambridge, the Warrensburg School Board discusses adding School Resource Officers to the district, Nearcare to close its doors next week, and two Warren County schools hosting their spring theatre productions next week.
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Today, Gary discusses negotiations on renewable energy in the City of Glens Falls. Also, Lake George’s new mayor and two new trustees, Glens Falls seeking community input on noise ordinance, Glens Falls School District’s final options for its new mascot, the alleged shooter in the recent Queensbury road rage case offered a plea deal in court, The Post Star Teen Excellence Awards, and the Adirondacks Welcome Center to celebrate International Waffle Day this Saturday.
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Today, Gary discusses government action to combat the rise of xylazine overdoses. Also, the Glens Falls Shirt Factory’s “Winter Meltdown Spicy Food Festival,” upcoming bridge work in three Washington County communities, The Folklife Center at Crandall Public Library receives grants for its upcoming “Champlain Canal Stories” project, Six Flags Great Escape to host a job fair this weekend, and a National Vietnam War Veterans Day ceremony at the Saratoga National Cemetery next week.
Stories Cited:
Shirt Factory “Winter Meltdown” – Glens Falls TODAY
Washington County Bridge Work – News 10
The Fight Against Xylazine – Sun Community News
Folklife Center: “Champlain Canal Stories” – Post Star
Six Flags Great Escape Job Fair – News 10
National Vietnam War Veterans Day Ceremony – Post Star
Today, Gary discusses Lake George Mayor Bob Blais, set to retire at the end of the month, and the legacy he’s left in the community. Also, the Glens Falls Weekend of Champions, opposition to proposed budget cuts in Salem Central School District, longtime Queensbury Historian Marilyn Van Dyke remembered after her passing last week, and the Adirondack Thunder’s upcoming “Stick it to Cancer” weekend.
Stories Cited:
Glens Falls Weekend of Champions – Glens Falls TODAY
Salem Opposing School Budget Cuts – Post Star
The Legacy of Mayor Blais – Sun Community News
Mayor Bob Blais Day – News 10
Remembering Marilyn Van Dyke – Post Star
ADK Thunder “Stick it to Cancer” Weekend – News 10
Today, Gary discusses two upcoming in-person community meetings for Saratoga Biochar Solutions. Also, the Village of Cambridge to vote for mayor/trustees and a potential school capital project, Hudson Headwaters Health Network’s vice president of population health receives a national honor, applications open for the 2023 GEM Fest, Warrensburg to discuss adding school resource officers to the district, and Glens Falls Post Office to host a job fair tomorrow.
Stories Cited:
Cambridge Votes: Mayor & Trustees – Post Star
Cambridge Votes: Capital Project – News 10
HHHN VP Receives National Recognition – Sun Community News
Saratoga Biochar Meetings – Post Star
GEM Fest Applications Open – News 10
Warrensburg Discusses School Resource Officers – Post Star
Glens Falls Post Office Job Fair – News 10
Today, Gary discusses local events celebrating St. Patrick’s Day–and a reminder to never drink and drive. Also, three local schools to host job fairs in the coming weeks, Fort Ann’s upcoming vote for mayor and trustee, and Mark Tolstrup and Jill Burnham coming to The Strand Theatre this Sunday.
Stories Cited:
Local School Job Fairs – News 10
Fort Ann Village Vote – Glens Falls Chronicle
St. Patrick’s Day Events – News 10
Sham'rocking Trivia Night – Post Star
STOP-DWI: St. Patrick’s Day – Sun Community News
Tolstrup and Burnham Coming to Strand – Post Star
Today, Gary discusses the latest updates in the process of redistricting the City of Glens Falls. Also, the recent work of Queensbury School’s Best Buddies program, a proposed law regarding short-term rental properties in Chestertown, Greater Glens Falls Transit seeking drivers for summer trolleys, Dr. John Rugge honored for his contributions to the Adirondack region, and Argyle Central School District to hold presentations from its final two candidates for Superintendent.
Stories Cited:
Queensbury Best Buddies – Post Star
Chestertown Short-Term Rental Law – Sun Community News
Glens Falls Redistricting – Glens Falls TODAY
Lake George Trolley Drivers Wanted – News 10
Dr. John Rugge Honored – Sun Community News
Argyle School Superintendent Presentations – News 10
Today, Gary discusses the proposal for the Capital District Transit Authority’s acquisition of Greater Glens Falls Transit, and what it would cost local taxpayers. Also, power outages caused by yesterday’s snow storm, scholarships offered by the Glens Falls Zonta Club, the DEC’s call for summer workers, the status of a proposed merger study between Johnsburg and Minerva school districts, and the upcoming ADK Tabletop Day.
Stories Cited:
Winter Storm: Power Outages – News 10
Zonta Club Scholarships – Post Star
CDTA Acquisition: Taxpayer Costs – Sun Community News
DEC Hiring Summer Park Workers – News 10
Johnsburg/Minerva Merger Study – Post Star
ADK Tabletop Day – News 10
Today, Gary discusses the regional Odyssey of the Mind competition held on Saturday. Also, Queensbury Union Free School District to receive funding for classroom technology upgrades, various proposals for quality of life improvements in Lake George, two more community meetings set for Saratoga Biochar Solutions, the Burlington, VT city assessor’s plans for a Lake George motel, and Glens Falls Brewfest returning for its 13th year.
Stories Cited:
Queensbury Classroom Upgrade Funds – Post Star
Enhancing Life in Lake George – Sun Community News
Odyssey of the Mind – Post Star
Saratoga Biochar Meetings – News 10
Burlington Assessor Buys LG Motel – Post Star
Glens Falls Brewfest – News 10
Today, Gary discusses the upcoming return of Amtrak’s Adirondack Line. Also, a Winter Storm Warning in effect until Wednesday morning, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand visits Glens Falls to discuss aid for veterans, the Village of Cambridge set to receive funding for a new sewer collection system and treatment plan, Saratoga County’s online tax foreclosed property auction, and the 29th annual Bands n’ Beans festival coming to Lake George this month.
Stories Cited:
Winter Storm Warning! – Post Star
Sen. Gillibrand Visits Veterans Clinics – News 10
Amtrak Adirondack Line – Sun Community News
Cambridge To Receive Water Infrastructure Funding – News 10
Saratoga County Property Foreclosure Auction – Post Star
Bands n’ Beans 2023 – News 10
Today, Gary discusses the state of the Aviation Mall, and possible plans for its future. Also, a talk held in honor of International Women’s Day, the leader of the Adirondack Council to step down this summer, and a look at some events happening this weekend, and early next week: a H.O.P.E. adoption clinic, the Wood Theater’s Rock Gallery, and SUNY Adirondack’s Battle of the Books.
Stories Cited:
International Women’s Day – Post Star
Adirondack Council Leader Steps Down – News 10
The State of The Aviation Mall – Post Star
H.O.P.E. Adoption Clinic – Post Star
Charles R. Wood Theater Rock Gallery – News 10
Battle of the Books – News 10
Today, Gary discusses Warren County Soil & Water Conservation District offering grants to anyone looking to embark on pro-environment projects. Also, an alert on Northway lane closures, a Lake George-based nonprofit created by one young child with a goal of helping others, Warrensburg’s Town Historian working to create easier access to centuries’ worth of information, Washington County officials call attention to overdose-related deaths in the region, and SUNY Adirondack’s first ever Retro Nerd Fest coming next month.
Stories Cited:
Northway Lane Closures – News 10
Chesyca’s Vision – Post Star
Warren County Seeks Green Projects – News 10
Warrensburg History – Sun Community News
Washington County Sounds Alarm on Overdoses – Post Star
Adirondack Retro Nerd Fest – Glens Falls TODAY
Today, Gary discusses Hilary Stec, the newly appointed Queensbury supervisor-at-large. Also, Glens Falls moves forward with a merger between Greater Glens Falls Transit and the Capital District Transportation Authority, a local business coming up on 40 years of service, new short-term rental apartments to appear in Downtown Glens Falls, funding awarded for trail construction on French Mountain, and the third annual Up Yonda Maple Festival set for next weekend.
Stories Cited:
CDTA Merger – Post Star
Performance Industrial – Glens Falls TODAY
Hilary Stec Appointed Queensbury Supervisor – Sun Community News
New Downtown Apartments – Glens Falls Chronicle
Funds for French Mountain – Lake George Mirror
Up Yonda Maple Festival – News 10
Today, Gary discusses some proposed parking plans for the City of Glens Falls. Also, Queensbury Union Free School District breaks ground on its new sports field, the location formerly known for Birch Bark Eatery to become an Airbnb, Warrensburg High alumni sought for the school’s upcoming spring concert, and Warren County holding a community engagement forum on recycling next week.
Stories Cited:
Queensbury UFSD Sports Field Project – News 10
Birch Bark Eatery to Become Airbnb – Glens Falls TODAY
Overnight Parking Pilot Program – Post Star
Paid Parking – Post Star
Warrensburg Alumni Sought for Special Concert – Sun Community News
Warren County Recycling Forum – News 10
Today, Gary discusses this year’s South High Marathon Dance, as well as the origins of the event–dating back 45 years. Also, a judge’s ruling in the proposal of using a herbicide on Lake George, The Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce’s Lunch With Legislators event, new details on the Moreau United political party, a local historian’s new YouTube series, and donations sought for a Lake George Food Pantry.
Stories Cited:
ProcellaCOR Ruling – News 10
ARCC Lunch With Legislators – Glens Falls TODAY
South High Marathon Dance 2023 – Post Star
South High Marathon Dance Origins – Post Star
Moreau United – Glens Falls Chronicle
“History On the Road” – Sun Community News
Donations for Lake George Food Pantry – News 10
Today, Gary discusses stories of Ukrainian refugees in the Glens Falls community. Also, the results of the Adirondack United girls hockey team’s inaugural season, findings of the Aviation/Quaker Road traffic study, and Glens Falls Restaurant Week kicking off this Sunday.
Stories Cited:
Adirondack United – Glens Falls Chronicle
Quaker Rd. Traffic Study Results – News 10
The War in Ukraine: Glens Falls Supports Refugees – Glens Falls TODAY
The War in Ukraine: American Citizen Returns as Refugee – Glens Falls TODAY
The War in Ukraine: Kelly’s Angels – Hugs for Ukraine – Post Star
Glens Falls Restaurant Week – News 10
Today, Gary discusses updates on the Glens Falls Housing Authority’s redevelopment projects. Also, Massie’s Restaurant in South Glens Falls takes a temporary hiatus, response to State proposals for revenues of the 340B Prescription Drug Program, Washington County denies a resolution to exempt Amish populations from state building codes, the Turning Point District Level Pinewood Derby returns to the Aviation Mall this weekend, and The Strand Theatre to put on a show in support of musician and recording engineer Alan Dunham.
Stories Cited:
Massie’s Restaurant On Hiatus – News 10
The 340B Revenues – Lake George Mirror
Glens Falls Housing Authority – Post Star
Washington County Denies Amish Code Exemptions – Post Star
Pinewood Derby – News 10
Strand Rallies Around Alan Dunham – Glens Falls Chronicle
March on! ‘Tis the first of March, and today, Gary Scott discusses a hearing on the use of the herbicide ProcellaCOR EC in the waters of Lake George. Also, SUNY Adirondack adds a new IT training program, potential new plans for apartments on the property of the Wilton Mall, proposals on whether or not to allow e-bikes on the Warren County Bikeway, the final weekend for the Lake George Ice Castles, and Marlene Osier coming to the Strand Theatre this weekend.
Stories Cited:
SUNY ADK Adds IT Program – News 10
Plans for Wilton Mall – Saratoga TODAY
ProcellaCOR EC Hearing – News 10
E-Bikes on the Bikeway – Post Star
Ice Castles May Close Next Week – Sun Community News
Marlene Osier Coming to Strand – Glens Falls Chronicle
Today, Gary discusses the candidates in the running for Queensbury At-Large Supervisor, among other town board positions. Also, the City of Glens Falls revamps its social media presence, Bolton Landing receives grants to build a rec center at its Veterans Memorial Park, candidates emerge in the race for seats on the Moreau Town Board, a weekly collaborative event for local artists looking to expand, and the Rock the Dock Music Festival returning to Lake George this summer.
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Glens Falls Social Media – News 10
Bolton to Build Rec Center at Veterans Park – Lake George Mirror
The Queensbury Board Race: Candidates Endorsed – Post Star
The Queensbury Board Race: Candidate Pool Shrinks – Post Star
Moreau Town Board Candidates – Glens Falls Chronicle
Drawing Night – Post Star
Rock the Dock – News 10
Today, Gary discusses traffic safety studies in both Glens Falls and Queensbury. Also, the Village of Lake George’s appearance on the “Today” show, a local Kettlebell workout gym offering classes in South Glens Falls, Lake George Village septic rates to increase next month, and a historical reenactment event at Fort Ticonderoga this weekend.
Stories Cited:
Lake George on “Today” Show – Post Star
Simple Strength and Conditioning – Glens Falls TODAY
Traffic Safety: Glens Falls – News 10
Traffic Safety: Queensbury – News 10
Lake George Village Septic Rates Going Up – Post Star
“The Bridge to 1777” – Sun Community News
Today, Gary discusses the goals of the new Moreau United political party. Also, Washington County’s 2023 Winterfest cancelled, events on the schedule for the final weekend of the Lake George Winter Carnival, a profile on Glens Falls DPW Superintendent Tom Girard, and some controversy involving a waste company working with Saratoga Biochar Solutions.
Stories Cited:
Washington County Winterfest Cancelled – News 10
Lake George Winter Carnival: Final Weekend – Sun Community News
DPW Superintendent Tom Girard – Glens Falls TODAY
Moreau United – News 10
Casella Organics & Saratoga Biochar – Post Star
Today, Gary discusses a study showing a decline in enrollment at Glens Falls City Schools. Also, the Ice Castles in Lake George reopen for the weekend, while Fire & Ice in Glens Falls is cancelled once again, Glens Falls announces an upcoming lifeguard training program, Hovey Pond Park partially closes for construction, a new art gallery set to open in Chestertown, and the DEC issues some tips on avalanche awareness for those going up into the mountains.
Stories Cited:
Ice Castles Return – News 10
Fire & Ice Cancelled – News 10
Glens Falls Lifeguard Training – Glens Falls TODAY
Declining Enrollment at Glens Falls City Schools – Post Star
Construction at Hovey Pond Park – News 10
New Art Gallery Coming to Chestertown – Sun Community News
Avalanche Awareness – News 10
Today, Gary discusses four new patrol officers sworn into the Glens Falls Police Department. Also, Lake George proposes a new law regarding storefront windows, South Glens Falls takes action on a problem house, Ticonderoga Downtown Arts Gallery’s “Faces of the Future” exhibit, and The Park Theater’s “Music & Technology” program.
Stories Cited:
Lake George Proposes Storefront Window Restrictions – News 10
South Glens Falls Takes Action on Problem House – Post Star
New Glens Falls Police Officers – Glens Falls TODAY
Ticonderoga Arts Gallery: “Faces of the Future” – Sun Community News
Park Theater: “Music & Technology” – Post Star
Today, Gary discusses the EPA’s meeting regarding the Sterigenics medical equipment sterilization facility. Also, the Queensbury Union Free School District to offer free breakfast for the rest of the school year, new candidates in the running for Lake George Village Trustee, Matthew Taormino honored as Distinguished President of the Glens Falls Kiwanis Club, and the Slate Valley Museum’s upcoming Ethnic Bread and Soup Night.
Stories Cited:
Queensbury Schools to Offer Free Breakfast – Post Star
Lake George Village Trustee Candidates – Sun Community News
EPA Sterigenics Meeting – Post Star
Kiwanis Club’s Distinguished President – Glens Falls TODAY
Slate Valley Museum Ethnic Bread and Soup Night – News 10
Today, Gary discusses updates in the ongoing story of New York’s new school mascot mandate: with new developments in Cambridge and Glens Falls. Also, the Red Cross holding a blood drive at the Aviation Mall, an upcoming webinar on Cyber Security, the Glens Falls High School Bowling team, and an award-winning play coming to The Strand Theatre.
Stories Cited:
Aviation Mall Blood Drive – News 10
Cyber Security Webinar – Sun Community News
Cambridge School Board Files Appeal to Keep Mascot – News 10
Cambridge School Board Member Resigns – Post Star
Glens Falls Mascot Survey – Post Star
Glens Falls "Indians" Gear Sales Boom – Glens Falls Chronicle
Glens Falls High School Bowling – Glens Falls TODAY
“Out of Sight… Out of Murder” Coming to Strand Theatre – Post Star
Today, Gary discusses the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), as well as some common myths about what it is and how it works. Also, a winter weather advisory in effect for the day, this weekend’s plans at the Lake George Winter Carnival, a new safety device tested during an ice rescue drill, Lake George set to be the subject of a segment on Monday morning’s NBC “Today” show, and a Nashville-based band coming to play some tunes in Lake George this weekend.
Stories Cited:
Winter Weather Advisory – Post Star
Lake George Winter Carnival [Weekend 3] – News 10
SNAP Benefits – Glens Falls TODAY
Lake George Ice Safety Drill – Post Star
Lake George to be Featured on Monday's “Today” Show – Post Star
Nashville Band Visiting Lake George – News 10
Today, Gary discusses new steps toward the future of all-electric heating and cooling. Also, a Queensbury man wins an international speech contest, a group of Washington County breweries holding a special President’s Day Weekend beer crawl, discussion of next steps for Ticonderoga EMS, updates in the design phase for LED streetlights in Warrensburg, and the Chapman Museum announces its schedule of special events for the month of March.
Stories Cited:
Queensbury Man Wins Speech Contest – Post Star
Cherry Cider & Beer Crawl – News 10
Electric Heating & Cooling – Glens Falls TODAY
Ticonderoga EMS – Sun Community News
Design Phase for LED Streetlights in Warrensburg – Post Star
Chapman Museum March Schedule – News 10
Today, Gary discusses a safety warning for those wishing to get out on the ice. Also, the Cambridge School Board reviews an upcoming capital project vote, another weekend of Fire & Ice cancelled due to weather, plans for a senior housing project in Lake George, and the EPA sets a public meeting regarding emissions from a Kingsbury facility.
Stories Cited:
Cambridge School Board Reviews Capital Project – Post Star
Fire & Ice Cancelled Again – News 10
How to Judge Thin Ice – News 10
Lake George Senior Housing Project – Glens Falls TODAY
EPA Sets Meeting About Kingsbury Plant – Post Star
Today, Gary Scott celebrates Valentine's Day with his one true love: work. He's got the story on the lineup for the 2023 Adirondack Theatre Festival, and also, New York State Police decommission the Northway Call Box System, the Johnsburg Town Board appoints a new interim supervisor, and a Warren County Assistant District Attorney receives a special honor.
Stories Cited:
Northway Call Boxes Decommissioned – News 10
Johnsburg Board Appoints Interim Supervisor – Post Star
Adirondack Theatre Festival – News 10
Warren County Assistant DA Honored – Sun Community News
Today, Gary discusses Lake George Village Mayor Bob Blais set to retire next month after 52 years as mayor. Also, registration for the Lake George Hike-A-Thon to open next month, Lake George officials considering the purchase of a new fire truck, a community connections fair at Glens Falls High School, and Ticonderoga’s upcoming End of Winter Festival.
Stories Cited:
Lake George Hike-A-Thon Registration – Post Star
Lake George Considers Million-Dollar Fire Truck – Sun Community News
Bob Blais Ends 52-Year Run as LG Village Mayor – Glens Falls Chronicle
GFHS Community Fair – Glens Falls TODAY
Ticonderoga End of Winter Festival – News 10
Today, Gary discusses the STOP-DWI campaign for Super Bowl Weekend. Also, Queensbury Town Supervisor John Strough announces his plans to run for reelection, Minerva Central School District appoints a new Superintendent/Principal, The Hyde Collection announces its new CEO, and the NextGen Committee of the Lake George Land Conservancy to host a panel discussion on equity and inclusivity in the Adirondack Park.
Stories Cited:
Queensbury Supervisor to Seek Reelection – Post Star
Minerva Appoints New Superintendent/Principal – Sun Community News
STOP-DWI: Super Bowl Weekend – Post Star
The Hyde Collection’s New CEO – Glens Falls TODAY
LGLC NextGen Talk On Equity & Inclusion – Sun Community News
Today, Gary discusses the Village of Fort Edward moving forward with the dissolution of its police department. Also, the Ice Castles closed today due to weather, a potential location for a new Taco Bell in Queensbury, a solution to North Creek’s troubles of sidewalk snow, and SUNY Adirondack announces the lineup for its Spring 2023 Writers Project.
Stories Cited:
Ice Castles Closed Today – Post Star
Taco Bell Eyes New Queensbury Location – Glens Falls TODAY
Fort Edward PD Dissolution – News 10
North Creek Sidewalk Snow Solutions – Sun Community News
SUNY ADK Spring Writers Project – News 10
Today, Gary discusses a local community activist targeted by a Facebook hacking scheme. Also, a basketball referee saved by an AED unit, Dunham’s Bay Resort sold and rebranded, and the Lake George Volunteer Fire Department remembering one of its former leaders, who sadly passed away last week.
Stories Cited:
AED Unit Saves Referee at Argyle Game – Post Star
Dunham’s Bay Resort Sold & Rebranded – Glens Falls TODAY
Local Activist’s Facebook Hacked – Sun Community News
Former Lake George Fire Chief Remembered – News 10
Today, Gary discusses the announcement of beneficiaries for this year’s South High Marathon Dance. Also, scholarship opportunities offered by The Grishkot Foundation, The Lake Champlain Lake George Regional Planning Board awarded $320k for comprehensive safety action plans, and the Slate Valley Museum’s upcoming “Sip & Paint on Slate” series.
Stories Cited:
Grishkot Foundation Scholarships – Glens Falls TODAY
LCLGRPB Awarded $320k for Safety Plans – Sun Community News
South High Marathon Dance Beneficiaries – Post Star
Slate Valley Museum “Sip & Paint on Slate” – News 10
Kicking off a new week, Gary Scott’s got a special story on Five Towers Media: a new merger between Five Towers Design Company and Spa City Digital. In other news, Crandall Pond and Moreau Lake State Park both open their frozen waters to ice enthusiasts, Protect the Adirondacks Selects Claudia Braymer as their new Deputy Director, and a new restaurant coming to the intersection of Routes 9L and 149.
Stories Cited:
Ice Opens at Crandall Pond – News 10
Ice Opens at Moreau Lake – News 10
Protect the Adirondacks Selects New Deputy Director – Sun Community News
Five Towers Media – Glens Falls TODAY
Shake, Rattle & Roll – Glens Falls Chronicle
Today, Gary discusses Washington County seeking new families interested in fostering. Also, the Aviation Mall Planet Fitness announces some upcoming additions, a proposal for use of a controversial herbicide returns to Lake George, and a Lake George Village Trustee honored as citizen of the year.
Stories Cited:
Planet Fitness Plans Expansion – News 10
Controversial Herbicide Proposal Returns – Glens Falls TODAY
Washington County Seeking Foster Parents – News 10
Lake George Village Trustee Honored – Sun Community News
Today, Gary discusses Project Lifesaver: a program pioneered to protect people affected by certain cognitive impairments. Also, The Fun Spot plans a benefit to support the South High Marathon Dance, the Albany man accused of killing two in a motorcycle crash pleads guilty, a community solar project in the town of Kingsbury under review, Warren County issues a warning for unregistered short-term rental properties, and a new Italian-American restaurant opens in Downtown Glens Falls.
Stories Cited:
Fun Spot to Hold Benefit for Marathon Dance – News 10
Albany Man Pleads Guilty for Fatal Bikeway Crash – Sun Community News
Project Lifesaver – Glens Falls TODAY
Kingsbury Solar Project Reviewed – Post Star
Warren County Warns Unregistered Rentals – News 10
Laurella’s Italian & American Opens – Glens Falls Chronicle
Triple digits! 100 episodes in, and Gary Scott is ready for 100 more. Kicking off the month of February, he discusses the SMSA Regional Catholic School’s celebration of 140 years in the community. Also, South Glens Falls High School’s 22-A-Day Push-Up Challenge, potential plans for a new WellNow Urgent Care facility at the former site of Gambles Bakery, The Mental Health Association seeking to expand its Ticonderoga facility, and the Glens Falls Fire & Ice event postponed due to weather.
Stories Cited:
South High 22-A-Day Push-Up Challenge – News 10
Gambles Bakery Location Eyed for WellNow Expansion – Glens Falls TODAY
SMSA Regional Catholic School Celebrates 140 Years – Post Star
Mental Health Association Expanding Ticonderoga Facility – Sun Community News
Glens Falls Fire & Ice Event Postponed – News 10
Closing out the first month of 2023, Gary discusses the Alliance for the Senior Care Communities seeking state support for the recent inflation in nursing home costs. Other stories discussed: the Town of Hartford facing a crisis in highway department staffing, Warren County’s plans to sponsor training for interested CDL drivers, and the town of Hague’s upcoming Winter Weekend.
Stories Cited:
Hartford’s Highway Dept. Crisis – News 10
Warren County CDL Training – Post Star
Alliance Seeking State Support for Nursing Homes – Post Star
Hague Winter Weekend – Sun Community News
Today, Gary discusses updates in the proposal to build townhomes at the former site of Mead’s Nursery. Also, The Special Olympics Super Regional Winter Classic returns to West Mountain, Moreau Community Center seeking donations of quilts and blankets for students participating in the South High Marathon Dance, Washington County’s proposals for $100k in relief funding, and a new African American art exhibit at The Hyde Collection.
Stories Cited:
Special Olympics Super Regional Winter Classic – Post Star
Quilts + Blankets Sought for Marathon Dance – News 10
Townhome Plans for Former Mead’s Nursery – Glens Falls Chronicle
Washington County Divides $100k in Relief Funds – Post Star
African American Art Collection at The Hyde – News 10
Today, Gary discusses the 61st Annual Lake George Winter Carnival set to begin next weekend. Also, Crandall Public Library seeking work for a new art show, Salem’s elementary school principal resigns, the village of Schuylerville’s annual Winterfest, and a free ski day at West Mountain scheduled for tomorrow.
Stories Cited:
Crandall Library Seeking Artists – News 10
Salem Elementary Principal Resigns – Post Star
Lake George Winter Carnival – Sun Community News
Schuylerville Winterfest – News 10
Free Ski Day at West Mountain – News 10
Today, Gary discusses six individuals who have submitted letters of intent to run for the Queensbury Supervisor-At-Large seat after Rachel Seeber’s resignation. Also, The Chapman Museum announces its programs for the month of February, Senator Dan Stec announces DRI funding coming to Ticonderoga and Waddington, the Warren County Office of Emergency Services unveils its new app, and the Adirondack Theatre Festival announces its “Beatles Bash” benefit concert.
Stories Cited:
Chapman Museum February Programs – Post Star
Ticonderoga To Receive DRI Aid – News 10
Six Seek Seeber’s Supervisor Seat – Post Star
Ready Warren County App – Sun Community News
Adirondack Theatre Festival “Beatles Bash” – News 10
Today, Gary discusses talks of merging the Greater Glens Falls Transit System into the Capital District Transit Authority. Also, an employee of Warren County Social Services receives a special honor, the Glens Falls City School Board receives updates on potential changes to the school’s reading curriculum, and the African American Film Forum set to return for its 24th year at Crandall Public Library next month.
Stories Cited:
Warren County Social Services Worker Awarded – Sun Community News
Reading Curriculum Updates for Glens Falls Schools – Post Star
Glens Falls Bus System to Merge Into CDTA – News 10
Crandall Library African American Film Forum – Post Star
Today, Gary discusses the housing shortage facing Warren County and the surrounding regions. Also, Warren County DPW’s youngest employee, the upcoming “Fire & Ice” event in Glens Falls, and the unseasonably “warm” temperatures that have once again delayed the opening of Lake George’s Ice Castles.
Stories Cited:
Warren County DPW’s Youngest Employee – News 10
Glens Falls “Fire & Ice” Event – Glens Falls TODAY
Local Housing Shortage – Post Star
“Warm” Weather Delays Ice Castles – Sun Community News
Today, Gary discusses the defense attorney from Hudson Falls hired to represent actor Alec Baldwin in his trial for involuntary manslaughter. Also, a new Career Mentoring Program in Warren County, Johnsburg Town Supervisor Andrea Hogan’s announced resignation, a New Jersey man who allegedly damaged local vehicles with a machete, and Warren County Clerk Pam Vogel’s announcement that she will not seek re-election.
Stories Cited:
Warren County Career Mentoring Program – Sun Community News
Johnsburg Supervisor to Resign – Post Star
Alec Baldwin’s Lawyer Hails from Hudson Falls – News 10
Man Damages Cars with Machete – Glens Falls Chronicle
Warren County Clerk Won’t Seek Re-Election – Post Star
Today, Gary discusses Glens Falls Mayor Bill Collins’ State of the City Address. Also, the Floyd Bennett Memorial Airport in Queensbury opens a history exhibit, Johnsburg and Minerva school districts consider a merger study, the Shoreline Restaurant in Lake George begins the process of rebranding, and Southern Adirondack Independent Living announces their new executive director.
Stories Cited:
Queensbury Airport Opens History Exhibit – News 10
Johnsburg & Minerva Schools Consider Merger Study – Post Star
State of the City of Glens Falls – Glens Falls TODAY
Shoreline Restaurant Rebranding – Post Star
SAIL Gets New Director – News 10
Today, Gary discusses the Queensbury Town Board seeking a new supervisor-at-large following Rachel Seeber’s departure. Also, SUNY Adirondack appoints a new Chief Diversity Officer, a Hadley Vietnam veteran receives a posthumous honor, the Warrensburg Town Board seeks grant funding for the demolition of the town’s former highway garage, and the Red Cross holding a blood drive at the Aviation Mall tomorrow.
Stories Cited:
SUNY ADK Appoints Chief Diversity Officer – Post Star
Hadley Veteran Posthumously Honored – News 10
Queensbury Board Seeking New Supervisor – Post Star
Warrensburg Board Seeks Grant for Highway Garage Demolition – Sun Community News
Aviation Mall Blood Drive – News 10
Today, Gary discusses Glens Falls Mayor Bill Collins’ response to criticisms from the community. Also, the Cambridge Board of Education sets a date for the vote on a potential capital project, the Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce announces the recipient of the 34th Annual J. Walter Juckett Community Service Award, the man charged in a fatal motorcycle crash seeks to have the grand jury indictment against him thrown out, and a ceremony held in Glens Falls to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Stories Cited:
Date Set for Cambridge Board of Education Vote – Post Star
ARCC Announces J. Walter Juckett Award Winner – Glens Falls TODAY
Glens Falls Mayor Responds to Criticism – Glens Falls Chronicle
Motorcyclist Charged in Fatal Crash Wants Indictment Thrown Out – Post Star
MLK Jr. Honored in Glens Falls – News 10
Today, Gary discusses a local theatre company for people with disabilities. Also, Bay and Ridge Streets in Glens Falls are surveyed for potential bike lanes, a new invasive vine species noted in the Adirondacks, the Village of Fort Edward seeking grant funding for building redevelopment, and a former Queensbury High School student who has now written her fifth novel.
Stories Cited:
Bay & Ridge Streets Surveyed for Bike Lanes – Post Star
Invasive Vine in the Adirondacks – News 10
All Abilities Productions Opens Online Store – News 10
Fort Edward Seeks Grant for Broadway Buildings – Post Star
Queensbury Alum Writes Fifth Novel – Glens Falls TODAY
Today, Gary discusses the Glens Falls Police Department investigating a string of attempted armed robberies. Also, New Way Lunch on South Street reopens, The Hyde Collection appoints a new curator of the permanent collection, the new Route 61 bridge over the Battenkill River opens, and the annual Kiwanis Club Duck Race set to return to the Adirondack Thunder’s Pucks for Paws night.
Stories Cited:
South St. New Way Lunch Reopens – Glens Falls Chronicle
The Hyde Appoints New Curator of Permanent Collection – Post Star
GF Police Investigating String of Armed Robberies – Glens Falls TODAY
Route 61 Bridge Opens – Post Star
Kiwanis Club Duck Race – News 10
Today, Gary discusses warnings from Warren County to stay off of frozen lakes until temperatures drop, and the ice becomes thicker. Also, the Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce announces four new members to their board of directors, a construction company seeking zoning changes to build residential units at a former commercial site, Hiland Park Country Club opens its golf course until the next big snowstorm, and the Battenkill Chorale’s “Winter’s Night” concerts planned for this weekend.
Stories Cited:
New ARCC Board Members – Glens Falls TODAY
Zoning Changes Sought for Apartments at former Nursery Site – Post Star
PSA: Stay Off The Ice! – News 10
Hiland Golf Course Opens Until Next Snowstorm – Post Star
Battenkill Chorale “Winter’s Night” Concerts – News 10
Today, Gary discusses updates in the ongoing story of Glens Falls City School District’s search for a new mascot. Also, a man rescued after falling through the ice on Glen Lake, a Lake George resort acquired by new owners, an invasive insect species appears around Lake George and Queensbury, and Crandall Public Library’s upcoming used book sale.
Stories Cited:
Man Rescued After Falling Through Ice on Glen Lake – Glens Falls Chronicle
Menter Family Acquire Depe Dene Resort – Glens Falls TODAY
Process Outlined for Replacing GF School Mascot – Post Star
Invasive Insect Appears Around Lake George – News 10
Crandall Library Used Book Sale – Post Star
Today, Gary discusses the FISU Winter World University Games arriving in the Adirondacks. Also, an update in the story of a Warrensburg town employee elected to also serve on the town board, Glens Falls High School’s plan to add Unified Bowling to its sports program, a new School Resource Officer coming to the Glens Falls School District, and Fort Edward issues a boil water alert during repairs of a town water line.
Stories Cited:
Reed Declines Warrensburg Board Seat – Sun Community News
Glens Falls High School to Offer Unified Bowling – Glens Falls TODAY
FISU Games Welcomed to ADK – News 10
New School Resource Officer at Glens Falls – Glens Falls Chronicle
Fort Edward Boil Water Alert – Post Star
Today, Gary discusses Warrensburg Town Supervisor Kevin Geraghty’s re-election for chairman of the Warren County Board of Supervisors. Also, a new entrepreneur’s plans for a classic Lake George resort, a Greenwich man arrested following a missing child investigation, and the Queensbury Senior Center’s upcoming Medicare 101 event.
Stories Cited:
Canoe Island Lodge Preserved – Lake George Mirror
Greenwich Man Arrested in Missing Child Investigation – News 10
Geraghty Re-Elected As Warren County Chairman – Sun Community News
Queensbury Senior Center Medicare 101 – Glens Falls TODAY
Today, Gary discusses the local impacts of a nationwide shortage in veterinary services. Also, an update on the 16 neglected dogs rescued in Salem last month, the new head pro at Glens Falls Country Club, a new local child care center with a unique twist, and the City of Glens Falls sends out water bills for the first quarter of the year.
Stories Cited:
“Salem 16” Rescued Dogs – News 10
New Head Pro at Glens Falls Country Club – Post Star
Capital Region Vet Shortage – News 10
Building Kidz School – Post Star
Glens Falls Water Bills Released – News 10
Today, Gary discusses new charges brought against the man accused of shooting another man in the Queensbury Walmart parking lot. Also, the Lake George Ice Castles face potential delays due to weather, the Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce welcomes its newest team member, and Great Camp Sagamore announces two “Sagamore Snow Day” events for this winter.
Stories Cited:
Possible Delay for Lake George Ice Castles – News 10
ARCC Welcomes New Team Member – Glens Falls TODAY
New Charges for Accused Walmart Shooter – Post Star
Sagamore Snow Days – Sun Community News
Today, Gary discusses the upcoming free Winter Weekends at Camp Santanoni. Also, Argyle Supervisor Robert Henke takes up the post of chairman of the Washington County Board of Supervisors, a hiker rescued after collapsing on an Adirondack trail, a Whitehall woman arrested on drug possession charges, and WSWHE BOCES offering two open houses this month.
Stories Cited:
Henke Takes Up Washington County Board Chair – Post Star
Hiker Collapses on High Peaks Trail – News 10
Camp Santanoni Winter Weekends – Sun Community News
Whitehall Woman Arrested, Drug Charges – Post Star
BOCES Open Houses – News 10
Today, Gary discusses new organizations recommended for Warren County’s ARPA funding. Also, the trails at Cole’s Woods reopen, students and faculty of Paul Smith’s College travelling to Nepal, the Adirondack Thunder’s victory on New Year’s Eve, and the Funky Ice Fest returning to the Adirondack Brewery.
Stories Cited:
Cole’s Woods Trails Reopen – News 10
Paul Smith’s Students/Faculty Travel to Nepal – Sun Community News
First Responders Recommended for ARPA Funding – News 10
ADK Thunder NYE Victory – Post Star
Funky Ice Fest – News 10
Today, Gary discusses the Lower Adirondack Regional Arts Council’s first art exhibits of the year. Also, Glens Falls 3rd Ward Supervisor Claudia Braymer seeks the Warren County Board of Supervisors Chair position, while Lake George Trustee Ray Perry runs for the mayoral post, and finally, a segment of the Feeder Canal Towpath Trail expected to remain closed throughout much of the year.
Stories Cited:
Braymer Seeks Warren County Chair – Post Star
Lake George Trustee Running for Village Mayor – Sun Community News
LARAC 2023 Art Exhibits – News 10
Segment of Feeder Canal Towpath Trail Remains Closed – Post Star
Happy New Year! To kick off 2023, Gary Scott has the story on a new “No Wrong Turn” policy introduced among various local community support agencies. Other stories to open up the year: the retirement of the executive director for the Feeder Canal Alliance, a local law regarding the Warrensburg town board which failed to pass, a local beneficiary selected for the Bloomin’ 4 Good program, and a look at the big events planned for this year’s Lake George Winter Carnival.
Stories Cited:
Feeder Canal Alliance Director Retiring – Post Star
Warrensburg Town Board Law Rejected – Sun Community News
“No Wrong Turn” Policy – Post Star
2023 Bloomin’ 4 Good Program – News 10
Lake George Winter Carnival Events – Post Star
Today, Gary discusses the childcare crisis in Ticonderoga being addressed by the community. Also, a defenseman for the Adirondack Thunder selected in the ECHL’s All-Star Classic, Glens Falls Mayor Bill Collins appoints a new part-time judge, and Queensbury Hotel prepares for its annual New Year’s Eve celebration.
Stories Cited:
ADK Thunder Defenseman Selected for ECHL All-Star Classic – News 10
Mayor Appoints New Part-Time Judge – Glens Falls TODAY
Ticonderoga Childcare Crisis – Sun Community News
Queensbury Hotel NYE Party – Glens Falls TODAY
Today, Gary discusses the suspect in last week’s Hudson Falls bank robbery appearing in court. Also, three house fires extinguished over the weekend, a local pizza shop receiving donations to help those in need, trails in Cole’s Woods closed due to storm damage, and the Strand Theatre hosting a free movie showing tomorrow night.
Stories Cited:
Three Housefires on Christmas Weekend – Post Star
Southy’s Gifted $300 for People in Need – Glens Falls TODAY
Bank Robbery Suspect Appears in Court – Post Star
Cole’s Woods Closes Due to Storm Damage – News 10
“A Star Is Born” Showing at Strand Theatre – News 10
Today, Gary discusses the City of Glens Falls resuming parking enforcement throughout the city. Also, Glens Falls High School is visited by “Glenzilla,” local restaurant Morgan and Co. provides lunch for the entire staff of the Glens Falls Police Department, the annual New Year’s Day Polar Plunge coming to Lake George this weekend, and officials for the Ice Castles in Lake George warning of potential ticket scams.
Stories Cited:
“Glenzilla” Visits Glens Falls High – News 10
Morgan & Co Treats GFPD to Holiday Lunch – Glens Falls TODAY
Parking Enforcement to Resume in Glens Falls – Post Star
New Year’s Polar Plunge – Sun Community News
Ice Castles Official Warns of Ticket Scams – News 10
Today, Gary discusses the Christmas Eve Road March in Glens Falls. Also, challenges facing the redevelopment of the Mount McGregor Correctional Facility, an incident involving marijuana found at Johnsburg High School, and the Whitehall community remembering their resident Santa Claus, who sadly passed away this month.
Stories Cited:
Mount McGregor Prison Redevelopment – Post Star
Marijuana Incident at Johnsburg High School – Sun Community News
Christmas Eve Road March – Post Star
Remembering Whitehall’s Santa Claus – News 10
Today, Gary discusses sixteen neglected dogs rescued from a home in Salem. Also, an update to the possible reuse of the Moriah Shock Incarceration Facility, the DEC’s “First Day Hikes” set for New Year’s Day, a new member to the Johnsburg town board, and Saratoga Arts seeking submissions from local artists.
Stories Cited:
Moriah Shock Update – Post Star
Community New Year’s Hikes – News 10
Dogs Rescued from Salem Home – Post Star
New Johnsburg Town Board Member – Sun Community News
Saratoga Arts Seeking Submissions – News 10
Today, Gary discusses a Ukrainian refugee family returning to the Glens Falls area. Also, the Village of Greenwich set to receive federal funding for a new wastewater treatment plant, a rise in theft of used cooking oil, Revolution Rail Company’s purchase of the Saratoga and North Creek Railway, and the Open Door Mission’s new Men’s Shelter.
Stories Cited:
Greenwich to Get New Wastewater Treatment Plant – News 10
Theft of Used Cooking Oil on the Rise – Glens Falls TODAY
Ukrainian Family to Return to Glens Falls – Post Star
North Creek Railway Purchase – Sun Community News
Open Door Mission Men’s Shelter – Glens Falls TODAY
Today, Gary discusses the dismissal of an indictment in a fatal hit-and-run trial. Also, an arrest has been made in connection with this week’s TD Bank robbery, the Lehigh Cement plant in Glens Falls announces the timeline for its closure next year, and a cat was reunited with its owner recently after five months of being missing.
Stories Cited:
Arrest Made in TD Bank Robbery – Post Star
Lehigh Announces Closure Timeline – News 10
Indictment Dismissed in Fatal Hit-and-Run – Post Star
Cat Reunited with Owner – Post Star
Today, Gary discusses a robbery at the TD Bank on Main Street in Hudson Falls. Also, a fire burns down the home of Queensbury’s former Town Supervisor, Warren County announces recipients of its new ARPA funding, South Glens Falls High School announces their next Marathon Dance, and the Village of Fort Edward issues a boil water notice for residents of certain streets.
Stories Cited:
Queensbury Fire Burns Home of Former Supervisor – Post Star
Warren County ARPA Funding Allocations – News 10
TD Bank Robbery – Post Star
2023 South High Marathon Dance – News 10
Fort Edward Boil Water Notice – Post Star
Today, Gary discusses local concerns around a solar farm proposed for Fort Edward’s grasslands. Also, local marijuana company Etain is sold to Canadian investors, the ADK Food Hub in Tupper Lake receives USDA grant funding, a new consignment shop opens on South St. in Glens Falls, and the Lake George Association hires a new Development Manager.
Stories Cited:
Etain Sold to Canadian Investors – Post Star
ADK Food Hub Receives USDA Grant – Sun Community News
Proposed Solar Project in Fort Edward Raises Concerns – Post Star
Fashion Follies – News 10
LGA Names New Development Manager – Post Star
It’s another Monday, and to kick off the week, Gary discusses new updates to the security resources at Glens Falls City School District. Other stories from the weekend include power outages caused by Friday’s snowstorm, the recipients of the Common Roots Foundation’s community grants, and a panel discussing the feats of Gen. Henry Knox scheduled in Lake George tonight.
Stories Cited:
Snowstorm Power Outages – Sun Community News
Common Roots Foundation Grants – Post Star
Security Updates at Glens Falls City Schools – Glens Falls TODAY
Lake George Henry Knox Panel – Glens Falls Chronicle
Today, Gary discusses updates to the local laws regarding cannabis retailers in Queensbury. Also, Glens Falls City School District weighs in on the state’s new mascot mandate, the Lake George Land Conservancy purchases new properties around Indian Brook, the “Meet Lake George” tourism resource website relaunches, and the HOPE Holiday Gift Boutique comes to Glens Falls High School. Finally, Lake George conservation icon Jeff Killeen has sadly passed away.
Stories Cited:
Glens Falls School District Discusses Mascot Mandate – Post Star
Land Purchase Protects Indian Brook – Sun Community News
Queensbury Cannabis Regulations – Post Star
“Meet Lake George” Relaunch – News 10
HOPE Holiday Gift Boutique – Glens Falls TODAY
Lake George Conservationist Jeff Killeen Dies – News 10
Today, Gary discusses new proposals for the former Moriah Shock Incarceration Facility. Also, the City of Glens Falls prepares to enter “Full Winter Mode,” Warren County names a new temporary tourism director, a Glens Falls high school athlete honored as Goalkeeper of the Year, and the Warren County Sheriff’s Office warns residents of a local phone scam.
Stories Cited:
Glens Falls Enters “Full Winter Mode” – News 10
Warren County Names Temporary Tourism Director – Post Star
Moriah Shock Proposals – Sun Community News
Ayden Grieve, Goalkeeper of the Year – Glens Falls TODAY
Today, Gary discusses a shortage of bus drivers in Glens Falls, resulting in some alterations to the city’s bus routes. Also, SUNY Adirondack announces four new members to its Board of Trustees, Richard Schermerhorn plans a new housing development in Lake George, and New York State Police prepare to crack down on impaired driving through the holiday season.
Stories Cited:
New Members of SUNY ADK Board of Trustees – News 10
Schermerhorn Plans New Housing Development – Post Star
Glens Falls Bus Driver Shortage – Post Star
NY State Police Impaired Driving Enforcement – News 10
Today, Gary discusses the Kiwanis Club “Spirits in the Trees” opening ceremony. Also, LEAP unveils their first community giving box, the Toys for Tots convoy makes a stop in Fort Edward, and Anthony Nunziata scheduled to perform a special Christmas show this weekend.
Stories Cited:
LEAP Community Giving Box – News 10
Toys for Tots in Fort Edward – Post Star
“Spirits in the Trees” – Glens Falls TODAY
“Anthony Nunziata: The Italian Broadway Christmas Show” – News 10
Today, Gary discusses an upcoming vote on a renovation project at Fort Ann Central School District. Also, Park & Elm hosts a grand opening for their restaurant space, an update in the ongoing story of Cambridge Central School District’s mascot, and Warren County seeking input from residents in its revision of the Hazard Mitigation Plan.
Stories Cited:
Park & Elm – News 10
Cambridge CSD Mascot Change – Post Star
Fort Ann School Project Vote – Post Star
Warren County Hazard Mitigation Plan – News 10
Today, Gary discusses the first public hearing set for Saratoga Biochar Solutions. Also, BOCES receives a boost for one of its adult education programs, the Warren County ARPA Advisory Committee suggests more funding for Glens Falls Hospital’s mental health services, and a grant brings new plants to Hudson Crossing Park.
Stories Cited:
BOCES Adult Education Boost – News 10
ARPA Recommends Glens Falls Hospital Mental Health Service Expansion – Post Star
Saratoga Biochar Public Hearing – Glens Falls TODAY
Plant Grant for Hudson Crossing Park – News 10
Today, Gary discusses The Adirondack Mountain Club’s 2023 100-Mile Challenge. Also, roadwork completes on a section of Bay Road, The Warren County Sheriff’s Office announces an arrest in connection with last month’s Cumberland Farms Robbery, and The Glens Falls Collaborative set to host Glens Falls Ladies’ Night tonight.
Stories Cited:
Bay Road Bridge Project Complete – Post Star
ADK 100-Mile Challenge – News 10
Glens Falls Ladies’ Night – Glens Falls TODAY
Today, Gary discusses the approval of Lake George Central School District’s proposal for a new bus garage. Also, the Warren County Sheriff’s Office warns residents of a potential scammer in the area, the Town and Village of Lake George address water supply concerns, and The Long Horn Restaurant and Pub holds a fundraiser to benefit one of their employees.
Stories Cited:
Scammer Alert – News 10
Lake George Water Concerns – Sun Community News
Lake George Bus Garage Approved – Post Star
Long Horn Fundraiser – News 10
Today, Gary discusses the Bill Gates Diner set to make its grand return to the Town of Bolton. Also in the news, some exciting plans for next year’s Lake George Music Festival, the Michelle Bennett Memorial Basketball Tournament at Queensbury High School, and Warren County 4-H opens submissions for its annual pet photo contest.
Also, Gary apologizes for the sound of his voice. It was a very long day.
Stories Cited:
Turning Point for Lake George Music Festival – News 10
Michelle Bennett Memorial Tournament – Glens Falls TODAY
Bill Gates Diner to Return to Bolton – Post Star
Warren County 4-H Pet Photo Contest – News 10
To start off the week, Gary discusses proposed redistricting plans for the City of Glens Falls. Also, The Queensbury Hotel put up a life-sized gingerbread house in their lobby, the Adirondacks Welcome Center has entered into a statewide holiday decoration contest, and the Glens Falls Police Department honored a retiring patrol officer, and also made toy donations for local children in the spirit of the holidays.
Stories Cited:
Queensbury Hotel Gingerbread House – Post Star
ADK Welcome Center Decoration Competition – News 10
Redistricting Plans for Glens Falls – Post Star
Glens Falls Police Department – Glens Falls TODAY
Happy Friday! Today, Gary looks back at last week’s Glens Falls “Gobble Wobble” 5K on Thanksgiving to benefit The Open Door Mission. Other stories include an opening date set for the Park & Elm restaurant space, volunteers from National Grid helping to decorate the Ronald McDonald Family Retreat at Krantz Cottage in Lake George, and North Country Subaru’s “Learning Love” event with donations to Jackson Heights Elementary School.
Stories Cited:
Opening Set for Park & Elm Restaurant – News 10
National Grid Decorates Ronald McDonald Family Retreat – Post Star
Glens Falls Gobble Wobble – Glens Falls TODAY
North Country Subaru “Learning Love” – Glens Falls TODAY
December is here, and to kick off 2022’s final month, Gary discusses the beginning of construction on the Champlain Hudson Power Express transmission line. There’s also been an update in the shooting incident in the parking lot of Queensbury’s Walmart, with one man arrested and charged. The former superintendent of the New York State Police has been hired at the Warren County Public Defender’s Office, while Queensbury At-Large Supervisor Rachel Seeber has resigned from her position with the County. Finally, a Schenectady teen hiker was rescued after getting lost on an Adirondack High Peak.
Stories Cited:
Queensbury Walmart Shooting UPDATE – Glens Falls TODAY
Former NYSP Superintendent Hired by Warren County – News 10
Champlain Hudson Power Express Construction – Sun Community News
Rachel Seeber Resigns from Warren County – Glens Falls TODAY
Teen Rescued from ADK High Peak – News 10
Today, Gary discusses an upcoming job fair for communities in the northern area of Warren County. Also in the news: a look at The Sunflower Collection at The Shirt Factory, New York State’s recent acquisition of 17 acres around Thirteenth Lake, a new state-of-the-art memory care center coming to Queensbury and the heated igloos at The Queensbury Hotel’s Park 26 restaurant open and available for reservation.
Stories Cited:
Shirt Factory Sunflower Collection – Glens Falls TODAY
Thirteenth Lake Acquisition – Sun Community News
Warren County Job Fair – Post Star
Memory Care Center Coming to Queensbury – News 10
Park 26 Igloo Dining – Glens Falls TODAY
Today, Gary discusses Giving Tuesday: the Tuesday after Thanksgiving which is recognized as a day to support nonprofit organizations and charities. Also in the news: a shooting in the parking lot of Queensbury’s Walmart, the Lake George Arts Project seeking artists for their 2024 exhibition, and public access Narcan kits coming to Upstate NY.
Stories Cited:
Queensbury Walmart Shooting – Glens Falls TODAY
Lake George Arts Project – News 10
Giving Tuesday – Post Star
Public Access Narcan Kits – Sun Community News
It’s Monday again and to start off the week, Gary discusses Officer Thomas Pratt of the Glens Falls Police Department receiving special Drug Recognition Expert certification. Also in the news: a record-breaking turnout for Christ Church United Methodist’s Hometown Thanksgiving, Johnsburg’s upcoming town-wide holiday festival, and the 31st annual Festival of Trees at the Queensbury Hotel.
Stories Cited:
Hometown Thanksgiving – Post Star
“Lights On” in Johnsburg – Sun Community News
Queensbury Hotel Festival of Trees – Post Star
Glens Falls PD Officer Pratt – Glens Falls TODAY
Today, Gary discusses two workers injured with severe burns after an explosion. Other stories include Cerrone Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning currently seeking hard-working plumbers, a man arrested following a domestic dispute and a burglary, and a look ahead to the region’s many holiday tree-lighting ceremonies.
Stories Cited:
Cerrone Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning – Glens Falls TODAY
Granville Man Arrested, Domestic Dispute/Break-In – Post Star
Two Workers Burned in Explosion – Post Star
Holiday Tree-Lighting Ceremonies – News 10
Happy Thanksgiving! For today’s Morning Brief, Gary discusses local food pantries working hard to keep food stocked amid struggles with inflation and the supply chain. Other stories include a woman and her two dogs rescued after getting lost while hiking, and the town of Johnsburg’s plans to upgrade its water systems.
Stories Cited:
Lost Hiker Rescued from Mt. Marcy – News 10
Food Pantries Work Through Food Shortages – Post Star
Johnsburg Water System Upgrades – Sun Community News
Today, Gary discusses a former NSA executive selected as the next Warren County Administrator. Also in the news: Saratoga’s upcoming Festival of Trees, Lake George Regional Chamber of Commerce’s Supporting Tourism Around the Region (S.T.A.R.) Awards, and four Queensbury high school athletes honored in a Commitment Day ceremony.
Stories Cited:
Saratoga Festival of Trees – Glens Falls TODAY
Lake George S.T.A.R. Awards – News 10
Former NSA Executive Selected for Warren Co. Administrator – Post Star
Queensbury High Honors Student Athletes – Glens Falls TODAY
Today, Gary discussed the New York State Department of Education’s ruling that any school with a Native American-themed mascot will be required to find a replacement by the end of the school year. Also in the news: Park & Elm’s open house this past weekend, North Country ARTS unveils their “Celebration Exhibit,” and new ideas proposed for the old Rexleigh Marble Mill along the Batten Kill.
Stories Cited:
Park & Elm Open House – Glens Falls TODAY
North Country ARTS “Celebration Exhibit” – Glens Falls TODAY
Native American Mascot Ruling, Pt. 1 – News 10
Native American Mascot Ruling, Pt. 2 – News 10
New Ideas Proposed for Old Mill Along Batten Kill – Post Star
It’s another Monday, and to open up this holiday week, Gary discusses Saratoga Biochar Solutions now being required to hold a public hearing to discuss their planned carbon-fertilizer plant in Moreau. Also in the news: New York State prepares to crack down on drunk driving through Thanksgiving, West Mountain announces its new RFID card system while Gore Mountain opens ahead of schedule, and Lake George’s “Lite Up the Village” festival kicks off this weekend.
Stories Cited:
CT Man Charged in Lake George Crash – Post Star
STOP-DWI High Visibility Engagement Campaign – News 10
West Mtn. RFID Card System / Gore Mtn. Opens – Post Star
Saratoga Biochar Public Hearing – Post Star
Lake George “Lite Up the Village” – Sun Community News
Today, Gary discusses the unexpected resignation of Warren County’s Tourism Director. Also in the news: a local high school student set to join a Division I Women’s Wrestling team, and a new bagel shop coming to South Street in Glens Falls. Finally, Gary gives a rundown on some fun events coming to the area this weekend: a ballet company with two unique performances, School of Rock: The Musical, and the South Glens Falls Holiday Parade.
Stories Cited:
Lake George Student to Join D-I Women’s Wrestling Team – Post Star
Glens Falls Bagels – News 10
Warren County Tourism Director Resigns – Sun Community News
Beatles & Ragtime Ballet – Glens Falls TODAY
School of Rock: The Musical – News 10
South Glens Falls Holiday Parade – Glens Falls Chronicle
Today, Gary discusses Lehigh Cement’s plans to close its Glens Falls plant. Also in the news: a local artist releasing his second children’s book, Aldi stores offering a special promotion for the Thanksgiving season, a man arrested for DWI, and The Lower Adirondack Regional Arts Council’s Holiday Shop opening this weekend.
Stories Cited:
Glens Falls Artist Releases Children’s Book – News 10
Aldi Stores Offering 2019 Thanksgiving Price Rewind – Glens Falls TODAY
Glens Falls Lehigh Cement Plant, Pt. 1 – Glens Falls Chronicle
Glens Falls Lehigh Cement Plant, Pt. 2 – Post Star
Northumberland Man Arrested, DWI – Post Star
LARAC Holiday Shop – News 10
Today, Gary discusses The Chapman Museum Wine & Chocolate Tasting event hosted by the Queensbury Hotel. Also in the news: an injured hiker rescued from Buck Mountain, Krystal Chrysler’s grand opening of their Warrensburg location, a Schroon man arrested for property damage, and Glens Falls City Hall now offering a limited number of free COVID test kits.
Stories Cited:
Hiker Rescued from Buck Mountain – News 10
Krystal Chrysler Grand Opening – Sun Community News
Chapman Museum Wine & Chocolate Tasting – Glens Falls TODAY
Schroon Man Arrested for Cutting Motel Pipes – Post Star
Free COVID Tests Offered at Glens Falls City Hall – News 10
Today, Gary discusses a Chestertown woman honored for saving the lives of two men on a fishing cruise. He also gives a quick warning about the upcoming snow expected in the region, and discusses Trey Anastasio Band & Goose performing at the Cool Insuring Arena, Park & Elm opening the deli/market portion of the restaurant, The Open Door Mission’s Code Blue shelter opening, and a dog rescued at the Champlain Canal.
Stories Cited:
Trey Anastasio Band & Goose – Glens Falls TODAY
Park & Elm – Post Star
Chestertown Woman Honored for Life-Saving Actions – Sun Community News
Open Door Code Blue Shelter – News 10
Dog Rescued from Champlain Canal – News 10
Gary Scott flies solo to bring you the most important news from the weekend. The top story: the Hometown Thanksgiving dinner at Christ Church United Methodist returning in-person for the first time since the pandemic.
Other stories include the Adirondack Thunder’s victory over the Worcester Railers, the Town of Granville’s former town hall building up for auction, Warren County’s new Coordinator of Emergency Medical Services, a South Glens Falls man sentenced in connection with three separate thefts, and finally, the Victorian Streetwalk Weekend returning to Saratoga Springs.
Stories Cited:
Adirondack Thunder – News 10
Former Granville Town Hall Building Up for Auction – Post Star
Hometown Thanksgiving – Post Star
Warren County Coordinator of EMS – Sun Community News
South Glens Falls Man Sentenced, Thefts – Post Star
Victorian Streetwalk Weekend – News 10
Gary and Kate discuss multiple local ceremonies in honor of Veterans Day. They also discuss an armed robbery in Queensbury, good news for anyone that doesn’t like raking, the “Merge” art exhibition on display at SUNY Adirondack, and a rundown on some events taking place in Glens Falls this weekend.
Stories Cited:
Leave the Leaves – Glens Falls TODAY
Veterans Day Ceremonies – Post Star
“Merge” Exhibit at SUNY ADK – News 10
Gary and Kate discuss two pairs of hikers rescued from different mountains around Lake George. Also discussed: Glens Falls High School performing an emergency release drill, Exit 20 of the Northway closed to Southbound traffic, an upcoming “Spirits in the trees” community celebration event, and a local musician paying tribute to the one and only Johnny Cash.
Southbound Exit 20 Ramp Closes – Post Star
Hikers Rescued Near Lake George – News 10
Local Johnny Cash Tribute – Glens Falls TODAY
Gary is joined by new co-host Kate Haggerty to discuss SUNY Adirondack’s upcoming Veterans Day ceremony. Also discussed: the “Go Play With Your Food” board game tavern coming to Glens Falls, the Queensbury tree selected for Rockefeller Center’s holiday display, and grant funding being awarded by the Granville Community Foundation.
Go Play With Your Food - Glens Falls TODAY
SUNY ADK Veterans Day Ceremony – News 10
Rockefeller Christmas Tree – Glens Falls TODAY
Granville Community Foundation – News 10
Gary & Dylan discuss the South Glens Falls Varsity Field Hockey Team advancing to the State Championship. Also discussed: Adirondack Winery announces the total amount they raised in support of breast cancer research last month, National Grid begins scheduled gas line maintenance in Glens Falls, the Slate Valley Festival of Trees returning to Granville, and SUNY Adirondack developing a new degree program in computer security.
Adirondack Winery Cancer Fundraiser - News 10
South Glens Falls Field Hockey - Post Star
Gas Line Service in Glens Falls - Post Star
Slate Valley Festival of Trees - News 10
SUNY ADK Adds Computer Sec Program - News 10
Gary & Dylan discuss the construction of the new Adirondack Rail Trail. Also discussed: Queensbury Union Free School District hosting a forum to discuss possible renovations, the final sweep of yard debris pickup in Glens Falls, the Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce and Glens Falls National Bank hosting a presentation on regional economic conditions, and a mystery gravestone unearthed by St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church in South Glens Falls.
Queensbury Elementary Renovation Plans – Post Star
Final Sweep of Glens Falls Yard Pick-Up - Glens Falls TODAY
Adirondack Rail Trail – Sun Community News
ARCC/GF National Bank Economic Condition Presentation - Glens Falls TODAY
Mystery Gravestone – News 10
Gary & Dylan discuss the Warren County Department of Social Services now accepting Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) applications. Also discussed: the Glens Falls Farmers Market moving indoors for the winter, a mammoth tooth on display at the Warren County Historical Society, the Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce now accepting nominations for their annual community service award, and the completion of renovations at the Glens Falls Hudson Headwaters facility.
Glens Falls Farmers Market - News 10
HEAP Applications Open - Glens Falls TODAY
Mammoth Tooth at Warren County Historical Society - News 10
Nominations for ARCC Community Service Award - Glens Falls TODAY
Renovations Complete at Glens Falls Hudson Headwaters - News 10
Gary & Dylan discuss a local puppy adoption center in Argyle. Also discussed: a wildfire near Lake George, a Veterans Day fundraiser coming to Atlas Jiu Jitsu, two injured hikers rescued from the Adirondacks, and updates involving two of the suspects in the Calamity Jane’s gun store theft.
Wildfire Near Lake George - News 10
Lucky Puppy Adoption Center - Glens Falls TODAY
Rolling for Resilience at Atlas Jiu Jitsu - Glens Falls TODAY
Two ADK Hikers Rescued Hours Apart - Sun Community News
UPDATE #1: Calamity Jane’s Gun Store Theft - Post Star
UPDATE #2: Calamity Jane’s Gun Store Theft - Post Star
Gary & Dylan discuss plans to construct a new transportation facility for the Lake George Central School District. Also discussed: a New York Times bestselling author coming to SUNY Adirondack, Washington County’s upcoming sessions for adoption information, Rockefeller Center’s announcement that this year’s Christmas tree will come from Queensbury, and the Queensbury hotel’s project to install radiant heating in their outdoor restaurant patio.
NYT Bestseller Coming to SUNY ADK - News 10
Adoption Information Sessions, Washington County - News 10
Lake George CSD Project - Post Star
Rockefeller Christmas Tree Coming from Queensbury - News 10
Queensbury Hotel Patio Project - News 10
Gary & Dylan discuss Owl Pen Books in Greenwich being added to New York’s Historic Business Preservation Registry. Also discussed: the Adirondack Thunder’s home opener on Saturday, a trunk-or-treat event held by the Warren County Sheriff’s Office, Fort William Henry’s plans to renovate The Carriage House, a fatal car crash in South Glens Falls under investigation, and the Warren County Historical Society’s plans to host free memoir writing classes this month.
Adirondack Thunder Home Opener - News 10
Owl Pen Books, Greenwich - Post Star
Sheriff’s Office Trunk-Or-Treat - Post Star
Fort William Henry to Renovate Carriage House - Glens Falls TODAY
Fatal Car Crash, South Glens Falls - News 10
Fatal Car Crash, Additional Information - Post Star
Warren County Historical Society Writing Classes - News 10
Gary & Dylan discuss a Hadley woman charged for alleged involvement in the Jan. 6th, 2021 riot at the United States Capitol Building. Also discussed: repairs to The Shoppe Off Broadway in Salem provided by Lowe’s, a safety check at Glens Falls City School District, the Glens Falls Symphony’s new piece inspired by Charles Frazier’s Cold Mountain, and an infestation of an invasive insect species discovered in Moreau Lake State Park.
The Shoppe Off Broadway, Salem – Post Star
Glens Falls School District Safety Check – Post Star
Hadley Woman Charged in Connection with Jan. 6 Capitol Riot – Post Star
Glens Falls Symphony, “Cold Mountain Suite” – News 10
Invasive Insect Found in Moreau Lake State Park – News 10
Gary & Dylan discuss actor George Takei’s visit to Glens Falls. Also discussed: The Adirondack Thunder visited Albany’s Ronald McDonald House, a new downtown mural to honor the history of Glens Falls, a scarecrow contest held by the Warren, Washington & Albany Counties ARC, and Governor Hochul’s announcement on increased police enforcement for Halloween weekend.
Adirondack Thunder Visit Ronald McDonald House - News 10
George Takei Visits Glens Falls - Post Star
George Takei Visits Glens Falls, Pt. 2 - Post Star
New Mural Pays Homage to Glens Falls History - Post Star
WWAARC Scarecrow Contest - News 10
Police Crackdown for Halloween Weekend - Post Star
Gary & Dylan discuss the approval of site plans for two solar farms at the Warren County Airport. Also discussed: Warrensburg voters approve a $13.5 million capital project for the school district, Lake George homeowners can once again request assistance in septic system maintenance, Martha’s Dandee Creme was ranked among Tripadvisor’s best quick eats in the United States, and a Board Game Tavern will be coming to Downtown Glens Falls next year.
Warrensburg Approves $13.5 Million School Project - Post Star
Lake George Homes Eligible for Septic System Assistance - News 10
Solar Farms Approved for Warren County Airport - Post Star
Martha’s Ranked Among Tripadvisor’s Best Quick Eats in the U.S. - News 10
Board Game Tavern Coming to Glens Falls - News 10
Gary & Dylan discuss this weekend’s “Haunted Barn Bash” being held at Lakota’s Farm. Also discussed: a Whitehall judge suspended, police investigating an incident of shots fired in Queensbury, Cambridge and Greenwich apply for the NY Forward program, the Queensbury girls’ soccer team lose their game against Burnt Hills, and National Drug Take-Back day happening this Saturday.
Whitehall Judge Suspended - News 10
Police Investigating Reports of Shots Fired - Post Star
Lakota’s Farm “Haunted Barn Bash” - Glens Falls TODAY
Cambridge & Greenwich Apply for NY Forward Program - Post Star
Loss for Queensbury Girls’ Soccer Team - Glens Falls TODAY
National Drug Take-Back Day - News 10
Gary & Dylan discuss the new “BooTown” Halloween festival in Fort Ann. Also discussed: five suspects arrested in connection with the Calamity Jane’s gun store burglary, the Batten Kill Railroad celebrates its 40th anniversary, a man accused of crashing into an ambulance, and over four thousand trout released into three lower Adirondack bodies of water.
Five Arrested in Gun Store Burglary - News 10
"BooTown" Halloween Festival - News 10
Batten Kill Railroad Celebrates 40 Years - Post Star
Man Accused of Crashing into Ambulance - News 10
Over 4k Trout Released into Adirondack Waters - News 10
Gary & Dylan discuss the Special Olympics New York Fall Games held on Saturday. Also discussed: the “Malloween” trick-or-treating event coming to the Aviation Mall, SPoT Coffee raising money in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Warren County Municipal Center’s participation in Operation Green Light, and a local gun store broken into and burglarized.
“Malloween” At Aviation Mall - News 10
Special Olympics Fall Games - Post Star
SPoT Coffee Raising Money for Breast Cancer Awareness - Glens Falls TODAY
Operation Green Light - News 10
Local Gun Store Burglarized - Glens Falls Chronicle
Gary & Dylan discuss the annual “Petal it Forward” campaign celebrated in Downtown Glens Falls. Also discussed: country singer Billy Gilman coming to the Charles R. Wood Theatre, North Creek approves the creation of a sewer district, three people accused of possessing counterfeit money, and The Strand Theatre’s upcoming Halloween-themed film screenings.
Strand Theatre Spooky Screenings - News 10
“Petal it Forward” Campaign - News 10
North Creek Approves Sewer District - Post Star
Three People Accused of Having Counterfeit Money - Post Star
Billy Gilman Coming to Charles R. Wood Theatre - Glens Falls TODAY
Gary & Dylan discuss the Warren-Washington Association for Mental Health’s new Law Enforcement Addictions and Mental Health Referral System. Also discussed: the Agricultural Stewardship Association accepting pre-applications for the state farmland protection program, preparations for Lake George’s Ice Castle winter attraction, a Greenfield woman pleaded guilty in connection with a fatal car crash, and a Cambridge restaurant closed as it seeks out new ownership.
Farmland Protection Applications - News 10
Lake George Ice Castles - Post Star
LEAMHRS Program - Post Star
Greenfield Woman Pleads Guilty in Fatal Crash - Post Star
Cambridge Restaurant Seeks New Owner - News 10
Gary & Dylan discuss secrets uncovered during renovations of a 200-year-old building in Glens Falls. Also discussed: a ski gear swap coming to West Mountain, an upcoming blood drive at the Aviation Mall, Fort William Henry’s Veterans Day ceremony, and a new art project in Downtown Glens Falls.
West Mountain Gear Swap - News 10
Aviation Mall Blood Drive - Post Star
Secrets in 200-Year-Old Building - News 10
Fort William Henry Veterans Day Ceremony - Glens Falls TODAY
Downtown Glens Falls Art Project - News 10
Gary & Dylan discuss new air purifiers installed in five local schools. Also discussed: the Canadian Pacific Holiday Train expected to make multiple local stops this winter, a man arrested for DWI twice in one day, a paving worker injured on the job, the ongoing debate over Cambridge Central School District’s mascot, and the WAIT House’s upcoming annual meeting.
Canadian Pacific Holiday Train - News 10
Man Arrested for DWI, Twice in One Day - Post Star
Air Purifiers in Local Schools - News 10
Worker Injured During Paving Job - Post Star
Cambridge CSD Mascot - News 10
WAIT House Annual Meeting - Post Star
Gary & Dylan discuss plans for marijuana retailers to be established in Queensbury. Also discussed: a new playground in Queensbury, a man charged with burglary and trespass, the new Warren History Press publishing arm, and another bivalent COVID-19 booster clinic being held tomorrow.
Queensbury Playground - News 10
Queensbury Man Charged, Burglary, Trespass - Post Star
Marijuana Retailers in Queensbury - Post Star
Warren History Press - News 10
Bivalent Booster Clinic - News 10
Gary & Dylan discuss a lawsuit filed against the Moreau Planning Board and Saratoga Biochar Solutions. Also discussed: a successful opening season for the Lake George Battlefield Park Visitor Center, an update to the man accused of starting the apartment complex fire in Hudson Falls, a new exhibit at the Chapman Museum showcasing Glens Falls history, Queensbury’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s, and the return of the Holiday Lighted Nights festival to the Washington County Fairgrounds.
Battlefield Park Visitor Center - Post Star
Hudson Falls Arson Suspect Arraigned - Post Star
Saratoga Biochar Lawsuit - Post Star
Chapman Museum - News 10
Walk to End Alzheimer’s - Post Star
Holiday Lighted Nights - News 10
Gary & Dylan discuss the return of the Adirondack Film Festival. Also discussed: plans to redevelop a vacant building on Route 9 along the Lake George Outlet Mall corridor, two students found after being left behind on a university trip, a man arrested for DWI and possession of drugs, Warren County’s upcoming job fair, and a Grateful Dead tribute band playing the Strand Theatre next weekend.
Plan To Redevelop Vacant Outlet Building - Post Star
Students Found Lost in the Woods - News 10
Adirondack Film Festival - Glens Falls TODAY
Lake George Man Arrested, DWI, Drug Possession - Post Star
Warren County Job Fair - News 10
Grateful Dead Tribute Show, Strand Theatre - News 10
Gary & Dylan discuss new land trust awards to protect various forests across the state, including around Lake George. Also discussed: National Fire Prevention Week, a new location for Coffee And in Greenwich, a Bolton man arrested for firing a shotgun at a person near his property, and the announcement of new state aid for library renovations.
Fire Prevention Week - News 10
Coffee And Coming to Greenwich - News 10
New Forest Protection Efforts - News 10
Bolton Man Fires Gun at Person Near His Property - Post Star
State Aid for Library Repairs - The Sun
Gary & Dylan discuss the proposal for the Glens Falls Market Center on South Street. Also discussed: a new city communications director for the city of Glens Falls, the Adirondack Thunder’s training camp, a man sentenced for drug offenses, a new exhibition at the Hyde Collection, and a man sentenced for robbery.
Glens Falls Hires New City Communications Director - Post Star
Glens Falls Market Center - Post Star
Adirondack Thunder - Glens Falls TODAY
Queensbury Man Sentenced, Drug Offenses - Post Star
Hyde Collection Quilt Exhibition - News 10
Glens Falls Man Sentenced, Robbery - Post Star
Gary & Dylan discuss the Revolutionary War veterans honored at the Kingsbury cemetery. Also discussed: the man accused of starting the fire in Hudson Falls now facing arson charges, The World Awareness Children’s Museum’s “Night at the Speakeasy” fundraiser, a new venue chosen for talk by “Star Trek” actor George Takei, new charges against the man accused of striking six people with a motorcycle while intoxicated, and a man’s body located in Battenkill River.
Hudson Falls Fire Update - Post Star
“Night at the Speakeasy” - Glens Falls TODAY
Revolutionary War Veterans Honored at Kingsbury Cemetery - Post Star
New Venue for George Takei Event - Post Star
New Charges in Fatal Lake George Motorcycle Crash - Post Star
Man’s Body Found in Battenkill River - Post Star
Gary & Dylan discuss updates in the potential dissolution of Fort Edward’s police department. Also discussed: Oktoberfest in Lake George this weekend, a man arrested in connection with vandalism of a church, a new mural planned for Downtown Glens Falls, a Corinth man arrested for DWI, new parking prohibitions near the Centennial Circle, and an upcoming “Tribute to The King” show at The Strand Theatre.
Lake George Oktoberfest - The Sun
Lake George Man Arrested, Church Vandalism - Post Star
Fort Edward PD Update - News 10
New DRI Mural - Post Star
Corinth Man Arrested, DWI - Post Star
Downtown Parking Prohibitions - News 10
“Tribute to The King” Show, Strand Theatre - News 10
Gary & Dylan discuss The Hyde Collection art museum’s new film & theater event series. Also discussed: new DRI projects approved for South and Elm Streets, a Hudson Falls man arrested for burglary, MLB Construction’s 75th anniversary, The Lake George Association’s elimination of a senior executive position, water main and hydrant flushing in Glens Falls set for later this month, and a Greenfield woman arrested for threatening with an axe.
South & Elm Street DRI Projects - Post Star
Hudson Falls Man Arrested, Burglary - Post Star
On Screen at The Hyde - News 10
MLB Construction - Glens Falls TODAY
Lake George Association, Walt Lender - Post Star
Water Main & Hydrant Flushing - Glens Falls TODAY
Greenfield Woman Arrested, Threatening - Post Star
Gary & Dylan discuss the Lake George Association’s upcoming summit on the environmental effects of road salt. Also discussed: a man charged in the recent fire in Hudson Falls, Up Yonda Farm announces a Halloween “Trunk-or-Treat” event, and a Women’s Wave rally scheduled in Glens Falls City Park this weekend.
Hudson Falls Fire - News 10
Lake George Association - News 10
Up Yonda Halloween Trunk-or-Treat - News 10
Women’s Rally - News 10
Gary & Dylan discuss a former Lake George area chef now competing on a Gordon Ramsay television show. Also discussed: a massive fire in Hudson Falls, a truck procession on the Northway in honor of Alex Bleickhardt, and guided historical tours planned in Lake George this weekend.
Hudson Falls Fire - Post Star
Truck Procession for Alex Bleickhardt - Post Star
Local Chef Competes on Gordon Ramsay Show - Post Star
Lake George Historical Tours - News 10
Gary & Dylan discuss the status of two solar energy projects in Washington County. Also discussed: the approval of a plasma collection facility in Queensbury, three people arrested for selling narcotics, three Hudson Headwaters physicians who received the “United Hero” award, a car crash in Kingsbury, and plans for non-toxic dye testing in the Feeder Canal.
Plasma Donation Center Approved in Queensbury - Post Star
Three People Arrested for Selling Narcotics - News 10
Washington County Solar Projects - Post Star
United Heroes - News 10
Kingsbury Car Crash - News 10
Feeder Canal Dye Testing - Post Star
Gary & Dylan discuss the Power of Pink Volleyball Tournament hosted by Queensbury High School in support of cancer research. Also discussed: an Amazon distribution center coming to Granville, the potential dissolution of Fort Edward Village Police Department, the approval of Glens Falls’ first dog park, the “Here for the Booz” Fundraiser hosted by Slickfin Brewing Company, and a fundraiser for Dylan McDonnell scheduled for tonight at the Queensbury Hotel.
Amazon Distribution Center, Granville - Post Star
Fort Edward Police Department - Post Star
Queensbury High Power of Pink Tournament - News 10
Glens Falls City Dog Park - Post Star
“Here for the Booz” Fundraiser - News 10
Dylan McDonnell Fundraiser - Post Star
Gary & Dylan discuss the Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce Business Expo scheduled for October 19. Also discussed: Warren County’s new GIS Website, the Adirondacks’ fall foliage shuttle service, the Fort Miller Reformed Church’s bicentennial service, and paving work scheduled in Glens Falls next week.
Warren County GIS Website - News 10
ARCC Business Expo - Glens Falls TODAY
Fall Foliage Shuttle Service - News 10
Fort Miller Reformed Church - Post Star
Glens Falls Night Paving - News 10
Gary & Dylan discuss the Adirondack Solar Alliance, the DRI projects in Glens Falls, Warren County Historical Society's memoir book, the Cambridge Fire Department’s new home, a pair of Walmart employees charged with grand larceny, and a Lake George woman arrested for stealing from three different people.
Public Meetings to Discuss Glens Falls DRI Projects - Glens Falls TODAY
Warren County Memoir Book - News 10
The Adirondack Solar Alliance - Post Star
Walmart Employees Charged with Grand Larceny - News 10
Lake George Woman Accused in String of Thefts - News 10
Cambridge Fire Department’s New Home - News 10
Gary & Dylan discuss the Adirondack Balloon Festival, the former director of the Lake George Watershed Coalition seeking to overturn his sentencing for grand larceny, the Glens Falls Symphony, two Vermont residents accused of stealing from a Walmart in Queensbury, a motorcyclist killed in a vehicle collision, and a meeting scheduled to discuss the future of the Fort Edward Police Department.
Adirondack Balloon Festival - Glens Falls TODAY
Lake George Watershed Coalition - Post Star
Glens Falls Symphony - Glens Falls TODAY
Vermont Residents Accused of Stealing from Queensbury Walmart - Post Star
Motorcyclist Killed in Vehicle Collision - Post Star
Fort Edward Police Meeting - Post Star
Gary & Dylan discuss the Adirondack United hockey team, a Whitehall judge kicked off the bench, SPAC’s first Truck Rodeo, and the new location for Winklepickers.
Adirondack United - Post Star
SPAC’s Truck Rodeo - Glens Falls TODAY
Whitehall Judge Kicked Off Bench - Times Union
Winklepickers - News10
Gary & Dylan discuss the New York Secretary of State’s visit to Downtown Glens Falls, a new project in the Downtown Revitalization Initiative, the City of Glens Falls’ new Code Enforcement Officer, Senator Dan Stec’s criticisms of New York’s new gun control regulations, and the casting call for a commercial set to be filmed in Lake George.
Downtown Revitalization: Park and Elm – Glens Falls TODAY
NY Secretary of State Visits Glens Falls – Glens Falls TODAY
Glens Falls Hires New Code Enforcement Officer - Post Star
Sen. Dan Stec Criticizes Gun Control Regulations - Post Star
Lake George Commercial Casting Call - News10
Gary & Dylan discuss the kickoff of the Adirondack Balloon Festival’s 49th year. Also discussed: a traffic stop followed by a drug bust, the Adirondack Stampede Rodeo, a gang assault in Lake George, National Banned Book Week, a Whitehall man arrested for child sex abuse, and the City of Glens Falls’ plan for disposal of leaves and yard debris.
Adirondack Balloon Festival - Glens Falls TODAY
National Banned Book Week - Post Star
Whitehall Man Arrested for Child Sex Abuse - Post Star
Glens Falls Leaf Disposal - News10
Gary & Dylan discuss the Capital Region APA Pool League’s new division in Glens Falls, a traffic stop which led to the arrest of two women, the Young Eagles Day coming to Floyd Bennett Memorial Airport next weekend, and the properties announced for the Warren County Real Property Tax Services Office auction.
Capital Region APA - Glens Falls TODAY
Young Eagles Day - Glens Falls TODAY
Warren County Property Auction - News10
In this episode, Gary and Dylan discuss a student-organized petition at SUNY Adirondack, the retirement of Glens Falls Country Club Head Pro Tom Haggerty, and Queensbury’s inaugural Wizard Fest. Also discussed are two new construction projects in the city of Glens Falls, and the South Queensbury Fire Department’s upcoming Craft and Vendor Fair.
Tom Haggerty Retires from Glens Falls Country Club - Post Star
SUNY Adirondack Students Organize Petition Against Registered Sex Offender - Post Star
Queensbury Holds First Ever Wizard Fest - Post Star
Glens Falls Construction Project, Parking Sensors - City of Glens Falls
Glens Falls Construction Project, Basketball Courts - City of Glens Falls
South Queensbury Fire Department Craft Fair - News10
In this episode, Gary & Dylan discuss the Adirondack Marathon, the arrest of a nurse's aide for assault, a Glens Falls man charged with robbery, and a Queensbury man sentenced for child sexual assault. Also discussed are Warren County’s coronavirus vaccine clinic scheduled for tomorrow, and the reopening of the Bay Road bridge over Halfway Brook in Queensbury.
Nurse’s Aide Arrest - News10
Adirondack Marathon - Post Star
Glens Falls Man, Robbery - News10
Queensbury Man, Child Sexual Assault - CBS6
Coronavirus Vaccine Clinic - News10
Bay Road Bridge Reopens - News10
In this episode, Gary & Dylan discuss the Downtown Glens Falls Walk for Veteran Suicide Awareness and Prevention, the arrest of former Lake Luzerne trustee Mark McLain, the new funding for the Warren County Bikeway, and the upcoming Senior Expo at Heritage Hall inside Cool Insuring Arena.
Walk for Veterans - Glens Falls TODAY
Arrest of Mark McLain - Office of the NYS Comptroller
Warren County Bikeway Funding - Glens Falls TODAY
Senior Expo - The Post Star
Gary Scott & Dylan McGlynn discuss the results of the Lake George Village dissolution vote, a security incident at Glens Falls School District, and the return of the Special Olympics to the City of Glens Falls.
Lake George Dissolution Vote - Post Star
Lake George Dissolution Vote - Lake George Mirror
Glens Falls School Lockdown - Glens Falls TODAY
Special Olympics Fall Games - Post Star