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Latest News (8)

• Harrietstown Board: Broadband Halted, New Council Member Named
  The Harrietstown Town Board has paused the Franklin County broadband project and appointed George Connelly to a vacant seat. STR laws are also in progress.
• Saranac Lake Officer Wins Top Franklin County DWI Award
  Saranac Lake Police Officer Gabrielle Buckley earns the Franklin County Traffic Safety Award for top DWI enforcement for the second consecutive year.
• First Rabid Bat of 2026 Confirmed in Franklin County
  Franklin County Public Health confirms a rabid bat in Malone. Learn how to protect your pets with free vaccination clinics available through October 2026.
• William J. Strack II Sentenced to 25 Years in Saranac Lake
  Saranac Lake resident William J. Strack II receives 25 years to life for predatory sexual assault of a child. He faces further federal charges this July.
• Press-Republican Cuts Print Schedule: What It Means for Us
  The Press-Republican is moving to a three-day print schedule. Learn how this shift impacts coverage in Saranac Lake, Lake Placid, and Tupper Lake.
• Help Cover Local Meetings in Saranac Lake, Lake Placid & More
  Tri-Lakes Town Square needs volunteers to cover government meetings in Saranac Lake, Lake Placid, and Tupper Lake. No experience or money required.
• USDA Rabies Vaccine Drops in Franklin County: What to Know
  The USDA is dropping oral rabies vaccine packets in Franklin County through August 5. Learn what to do if you find one near your home in the Adirondacks.
• Forest Rangers Respond to Five Backcountry Calls in the Adirondacks
  Forest Rangers handled four rescues and a campground eviction across Essex and Franklin counties between August 10 and 15.

Government Documents (10)

• Franklin County - 2-19-26 Legislative Meeting Agenda (franklin-county · 2026-02-19)
  The Franklin County Legislature has scheduled a series of committee meetings and a full board session for February 19, 2026, in Malone, NY. The agenda includes personnel discussions in the Administrative and Public Safety committees, as well as departmental updates from Public Health and Community Services.
• Franklin County - 2-5-26 Legislative Meeting Agenda (franklin-county · 2026-02-05)
  The Franklin County Legislature has scheduled a meeting for February 5, 2026, in Malone, NY. The agenda includes executive sessions regarding personnel matters (employment and appointments) and a presentation by the Adirondack Housing Development Corporation.
• Franklin County - 2026 Resolution Index (franklin-county · 2026-01-01)
  The Franklin County Board of Legislators held its 2026 organization and regular meetings in January, addressing administrative appointments, personnel changes, and budget amendments for the District Attorney and Highway Department.
• Franklin County - 3-19-26 Legislative Meeting Agenda (franklin-county · 2026-03-19)
  The Franklin County Legislature has scheduled a meeting for March 19, 2026, in Malone, NY, featuring a Finance Committee session with Kim Godreau regarding personnel and a Human Resources Committee session with Michele Mulverhill regarding the Department of Social Services.
• Franklin County - 3-23-26 Public Works & Services Committee Meeting (franklin-county · 2026-03-23)
  The Franklin County Public Works & Services Committee has scheduled an executive session for March 23, 2026, to discuss personnel matters.
• Franklin County - 3-3-11-26 Public Safety Committee Meeting (franklin-county · 2011-03-03)
  The Franklin County Legislature has issued a meeting notice for the Public Safety Committee, scheduled for March 3, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. in Malone, New York.
• Franklin County - 3-5-26 Legislative Meeting Revised Agenda (franklin-county · 2026-03-05)
  The Franklin County Legislature has scheduled a revised meeting for March 5, 2026, in Malone, NY. The agenda includes a Public Safety Committee meeting, an executive session for a Step 2 grievance hearing, a Finance Committee meeting, and a full board work session.
• Franklin County - 3-9-26 Administrative Committee Meeting (franklin-county · 2026-03-09)
  The Franklin County Administrative Committee has scheduled a meeting for Monday, March 9, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. in the Legislative Conference Room in Malone, NY.
• Franklin County - 4-16-26 Legislative Meeting Agenda (franklin-county · 2026-04-16)
  The Franklin County Legislature has scheduled a series of committee meetings and a full board work session for April 16, 2026, in Malone, NY, covering human resources, land bank finance, and economic development.
• Franklin County - 4-2-26 Legislative Meeting Agenda (franklin-county · 2026-04-02)
  The Franklin County Legislature has scheduled a meeting for April 2, 2026, in Malone, NY. The agenda includes an executive session regarding personnel matters, a presentation by North Country Community College President Joe Keegan, a Human Resources Committee meeting, and a full board work session.

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