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Argyle woman, 22, ‘repeatedly bitten’ by her dog; hospitalized but home now

A 22-year-old Argyle woman was hospitalized after being “repeatedly bitten” by her “large mix breed” dog, said the Washington County Sheriff’s Office.

It said deputies on Wednesday, Jan. 17, at 8:18 a.m. responded to a report of “an aggressive animal at a residence on Lick Springs Road in the Town of Argyle.”

The press release said “deputies were forced to utilize a taser in order to subdue the aggressive dog …

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Draft DEC Biochar permits released; 2 public hearings next

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation released draft air and solid waste permits for public comment for the Saratoga Biochar Solutions facility proposed for construction in Moreau.

The facility would heat processed human waste to create a carbon fertilizer.

The DEC will now hold two public comment hearings “to ensure full consideration of any potential environmental and environmental justice concerns relating to the project.”

Saratoga Biochar touted the …

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What is Siplon’s strategy?

By Mark Frost, Chronicle Editor

What are the Warren County Economic Development Corporation and its president Jim Siplon doing about AngioDynamics’ decision to close its operations in Glens Falls and Queensbury, eliminating 350 jobs. That’s the question Zander and I went in with Friday afternoon when we interviewed Jim at EDC offices on South St.

Given that AngioDynamics said its shutdown won’t happen for 18 months, my thought was and …

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Democrats seek challenger for Sen. Dan Stec, but no one yet

By Maury Thompson, Special to The Chronicle

Democrats hope to find a challenger for Sen. Dan Stec, R-Queensbury, although no one has emerged with five weeks before nominating petition process begins.

“What we need is for a candidate to step forward,” said Washington County Democratic Chairman Alan Stern.

Warren County Democratic Chairwoman Lynne Boecher said Sen. Stec “continues to drive a noticeable wedge with his opposition to Gov. Hochul.”

Warren …

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Our January 25 front page

Winter Home Issue Glens Falls & Saratoga YMCAs eyeing merger. Monahan guilty. Marathon Dance. What is Siplon’s strategy? Dome sale nears. Glens Falls plans Mermaid Festival in June. Francis & Lois Schafer donate $200k to The Glen’s Memory Care. Fast oil change biz eyes Aviation Rd. site where Lake George Baking is. Argyle woman, 22, ‘repeatedly bitten’ by her dog; hospitalized but home now. Thunder this week: Three home games …

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