The DEC reported that a new satellite population of water chestnut was discovered in Plattsburgh
The new water chestnut outbreak was located near the City of Plattsburgh boat launch site at Wilcox Dock. The DEC says it has been hand harvested. The first confirmed case of water chestnut in the Plattsburgh area was reported in 2023 according to ENCON. Most of the water chestnuts are found in the southern half of the lake where it is actively managed by NY, VT and the Lake Champlain Basin Program.
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Romance Scams
A warning about romance scams has been issued by the New York State Division of Consumer Protection.
Stewart's Winners
Hundreds of lottery players cashed in big winning tickets at Stewart's last year and 4 became millionaires.
Friday the 13th
People who feel that Friday the thirteenth is unlucky may want to know 2026 will feature three.
DMV Shutdown
The Department of Motor Vehicles will shutdown temporarily to install a new computer system statewide.
Organic Farming
The Opportunities in Organic Act has been reintroduced in the U.S. Senate to ease transition to organic farming.
