Elena Barilla
MyNBC5 (WPTZ)
Plattsburgh, NY, United States
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Saranac Lake grants 'wish' to New York teen
Winter carnival festivities return for special occasion → Read More
DEC warns of avalanche risk in the Adirondack High Peaks
The New York Department of Environmental Conservation is continuing to warn about avalanche risk in the Adirondack High Peaks region, following mild temperatures and rain.It's been busy at The Mountaineer, a specialty outdoor gear store, in Keene Valley, which sees locals and those from out of town heading into the high peaks. "We make them aware of, when we have conversations, of the avalanche… → Read More
Au Sable Forks continues clean up after ice jam flooding
Now a few days since an Ice Jam caused flooding in Au Sable Forks, the community is continuing its clean-up efforts. NBC5 last checked in with Jake Clarkin, an Au Sable Forks resident, on Friday, shortly after the flooding. "I heard the ice finally snap and I walk out and I see the yard flooded with water,” he explained. His new truck became a total loss, and the floors of his apartment are now… → Read More
Officials talk chance of ice jams, flooding in North Country
Emergency services keep watch on area rivers amid warmer temperatures, rain → Read More
Testing requirements change at Canada border
North Country leaders continue push for guidance, timeline toward easing restrictions → Read More
Plattsburgh restarts search for next police chief
The city's been without a top cop for about a year → Read More
Meadowbrook residents surprised with Valentine's Day love notes
Families show loved ones just how special they are → Read More
Plattsburgh businesses welcome Super Bowl Sunday, Valentine's Day
Plattsburgh businesses say they're well-prepared for a busy next few days, with Super Bowl Sunday and Valentine's Day expected to bring in many customers, both regulars and new. Valentine's Day is of course one of the busiest holidays of the year at Mossbrook Roots Flower Farm & Florist, especially in the off-season. "We are processing thousands of flowers, making hundreds of artisan paper… → Read More
Icy fun draws in Saranac Lake visitors
The Saranac Lake Winter Carnival kicked off its 125th year over the weekend, with its main centerpiece drawing in those from near and far. Brian Dyjak, a visitor to the Adirondack Region from Lake Placid, said seeing a massive ice palace for the first time was 'overwhelming.' "I'm like is this the stereotypical, like, recycle bins filled with water that all the dads got together and built or did… → Read More
Plattsburgh shovels through
Plattsburgh residents set out bright and early to shovel, as plows continue to make their way through the winter storm's snowfall. "Snow day!" said Logan Henley, a fifth grader at Oak Street Elementary School, as he shovels alongside his sibling, Abby Henley. The family is shoveling as quickly as they can so they can hit the road to go skiing at Titus Mountain. "It's fun. It's really powdery,… → Read More
City of Plattsburgh preps for snow
Mayor says the city is well-prepared with supply, staff → Read More
North Country cameras aim to keep winter roads safe, reduce salt use
Wilmington crews watch Whiteface Memorial Highway in real time → Read More
Students study Franklin County's role in Underground Railroad
12 area locations part of 'scavenger hunt' to learn more → Read More
SUNY Plattsburgh students return to campus
SUNY Plattsburgh students are back on campus following winter break, after meeting a few requirements for COVID-19 safety. "I'm just happy that the campus is allowing us back and allowing us in classes, I'll do whatever it is to stay in class," said Emma Endres, a freshman from Albany. SUNY Plattsburgh students are required to be fully vaccinated, and now boosted, too, if they're eligible.… → Read More
Students, parents hold maskless march Friday morning
The demonstration protests mask wearing in schools → Read More
Chamber survey measures 2022 business confidence in the North Country
The North Country Chamber of Commerce is announcing the results of an annual survey, which asked businesses the biggest challenges they're facing, and how confident they are in 2022. The North Country Food Co-op, located in downtown Plattsburgh, has been in business for almost 50 years. "I think it's the story almost everywhere these days where it's hard to get product for us to put on the… → Read More
School officials, parents express confusion over New York mandate
A court on Monday night declared New York's mask mandate unconstitutional. By Tuesday night, an "interim stay" is keeping the mandate in place, as parents and school leaders statewide weigh in on the back and forth. Dale Breault, district superintendent of Franklin-Essex-Hamilton County BOCES, said this week has certainly been met with confusion — answering questions from parents on both sides… → Read More
New York's mask mandate to stay in place, for now
Masks on or off in New York businesses and schools? → Read More
Progress underway at Saranac Lake Ice Palace
Volunteers are hard at work building the annual centerpiece for the Saranac Lake Winter Carnival, which is celebrating a huge milestone of an anniversary. "It speaks a lot about the community that we're able to continue this tradition for 125 years," said Jeff Branch, chairman of the Saranac Lake Winter Carnival committee. The traditional ice palace is made from blocks cut right out of Lake… → Read More
New federal bill proposes expanded energy cost assistance as region faces extreme cold
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand announces the Heating and Cooling Relief Act of 2022 → Read More