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02/15/2025

*Winter Storm begins today* with snow developing from west to east this afternoon. Snow transitions to a wintry mix of snow, sleet, freezing rain and rain overnight into Sunday morning. Winter Storm Warnings and Winter Weather Advisories remain in effect. As the storm starts to depart Sunday evening, northwest winds will become strong. A High Wind Watch has been issued for all of eastern New York and western New England.

02/14/2025

FORECAST INTENSIFIED
WINTER STORM WARNING ISSUED

WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM SATURDAY TO 1 AM EST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy wintry mixed precipitation expected. Total snow and sleet accumulations between 7 and 10 inches and ice accumulations up to 0.10 to 0.15 tenth of an inch. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...The southern Adirondacks, Upper Hudson Valley, and Lake George Saratoga Region

* WHEN...From 4 PM Saturday to 1 AM EST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous from snow, sleet and ice accumulations. Travel could be difficult.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall rates Saturday night into Sunday morning could periodically reach up to one inch per hour. Winds turn strong Sunday night into Monday with gusts reaching up to 30 to 40mph. Strong winds combined with any ice on trees could result in additional isolated to scattered power outages.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury.

02/13/2025

WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 4 AM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 - 55 mph expected.

* WHERE...Northern Litchfield County in Connecticut, the Greater Capital District, the Mohawk Valley, and the northern and eastern Catskills

* WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 4 AM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure outdoor objects.

02/13/2025

Today we honor one of Montgomery County’s finest. Congratulations Justin Smith on your successful graduation from FBI National Academy at the conclusion of 2024. Justin remains as a longtime member of the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office.

Dec 2024:

"Sheriff Jeffery T. Smith and the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office proudly congratulate Lieutenant Justin C. Smith on successfully completing the prestigious FBI National Academy’s 292nd Session. This intensive, 10-week program is designed for law enforcement leaders and covers a variety of disciplines to improve law enforcement practices worldwide.

Lt. Smith’s dedication to his professional growth is a testament to his leadership, and we are excited to see the positive impact his newly acquired knowledge and skills will have on our office and the community. He joins a distinguished group of graduates from the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office, including Sheriff Jeffery T. Smith, former Undersheriff Robert Arthurs, and former Sheriffs Ronald R. Emery and Michael J. Amato."

Lt. Smith: “Attending the FBI National Academy was the hardest yet most rewarding thing I have had to do in my life. The knowledge I have gained is without a doubt going to assist this office in continuing its mission of providing the best law enforcement and emergency services possible to the citizens of Montgomery County. I look forward to returning to work and hitting the ground running!”

Join us in congratulating Lieutenant Justin C. Smith on this outstanding achievement.

02/13/2025

Returning to Johnstown this month. Fulton County Area News will have Facebook LIVE coverage from the event. Follow Adirondack Outdoorsman Show for related updates

02/13/2025

CLOSINGS AND DELAYS *UPDATED 06:03
Thursday 02/13/2025:
Fulton County, NY

• Bright Futures Learning Center Delayed 2 Hrs, Opening at 9:00 a.m.

• Broadalbin-Perth CSD Delayed 2 Hrs, No AM BOCES, No Breakfast, Before-school programs also delayed 2 hours.

• Fulton County Office for Aging Open, No Transportation, No home delivered meals Congregate sites closed No Transportation no home delivered meals congregate sites closed office is open

• Gloversville City SD Delayed 2 Hrs, No AM BOCES

• HFM Career & Tech Center & ADK Delayed 2 Hrs, No BreakfastJohnstown City SD Delayed 2 Hrs, No AM BOCES

• Johnstown City SD Delayed 2 Hrs

• Lexington Delayed 1 Hr

• Mayfield CSD Delayed 2 Hrs, No AM BOCES, No Breakfast

• Northville CSD Delayed 2 Hrs, No AM BOCES

• Wheelerville UFSD Delayed 2 Hrs

• Whispering Pines Preschool at McNab Delayed 2 Hrs

Montgomery County, NY

• Amsterdam City SD Delayed 2 Hrs

• Amsterdam Head Start

• Canajoharie CSD Delayed 2 Hrs, No AM BOCES

• Faith Bible Academy Delayed 2 Hrs

• Fonda-Fultonville CSD Delayed 2 Hrs, No AM BOCES, No Breakfast

• Fort Plain CSD Delayed 2 Hrs, No AM BOCES

• FulMont St. Johnsville Head Start

• Fulton-Montgomery CC Delayed 3 Hrs, Campus opens at 11 am

• Horace J. Inman Senior Center Delayed 2 Hrs, Opening at 11 o'clock am

• Liberty Ent/ Montgomery Co. ARC Delayed 2 Hrs

• Oppenheim Ephratah St. Johnsville Delayed 2 Hrs, No AM BOCES

• St Mary's Institute ES (Amsterdam) Delayed 2 Hrs

• Whispering Pines Pre Sc (Amsterdam) Delayed 2 Hrs, No AM wrap around

• Wilkinson Adult Day Open, Day Care Open

The image is at NY Routes 30A and 349 at the Gloversville city limits

02/12/2025

One of our followers is seeking to rent a (2) bedroom apartment or small home within the Broadalbin-Perth School District. Contact Fulton County Area News on Facebook if you can help.

02/12/2025

MULTI-ALARM FIRE REPORTED IN MAYFIELD

FULTON COUNTY, NY -- Emergency crews from multiple departments were activated at around 12:30 pm Wednesday for a report of a structure fire at 251 Vandenburgh Point Road. Heavy black smoke could be seen from Vail Mills. Fulton County Emergency Management Director Steve Santa Maria and Fulton County EMS Coordinator Mark Souza were also summoned to the scene.

02/12/2025

GLOVERSVILLE POLICE: 248 CALLS LAST WEEK, MULTIPLE ARRESTS

The Gloversville Police Department made the following arrests from February 3rd, 2025, through February 9th, 2025.

- Justina M. Choate, a 34-year-old female from Gloversville, Bench Warrant.

- Caitlin M. Lavery, a 26-year-old female from Gloversville, Bench Warrant.

- Justin G. Kenyon, a 32-year-old male from Gloversville, Bench Warrant.

- Damin R. Rorick, a 31-year-old male from Gloversville, Endangering the Welfare of a Child.

- William F. Freeman, a 48-year-old male from Johnstown, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle in the Third Degree.

- Chad R. Gray, a 40-year-old male from Gloversville, Bench Warrant.

- Melinda M. Morgan, a 33-year-old female from Gloversville, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Seventh Degree.

- Anne M. Rodeo, a 42-year-old female from Gloversville, Bench Warrant.

- Dashaun McClain, a 43-year-old male from Gloversville, Operating a Motor Vehicle While Impaired by Drugs.

- Gary M. Terry, a 31-year-old male from Gloversville, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation in the Third Degree.

- Andrew L. Lafoy, a 27-year-old male from Gloversville, Bench Warrant.

- Albert M. Pelkey, a 43-year-old male from Gloversville, Harassment in the Second Degree, Endangering the Welfare of a Child.

There were a total of 248 calls for service in the past week. 23 of these were Domestic Violence complaints. 8 were Disorderly Conduct complaints. There were no reported Overdoses.

While there is probable cause for the issuance of these arrests, all persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

02/12/2025

SHERIFF PATROL CRASH REMAINS UNDER INVESTIGATION

FULTON COUNTY, NY -- A Tuesday afternoon crash involving a marked Fulton County Sheriff's Office patrol car remains under investigation this morning, authorities said. The crash was said by persons who contacted Fulton County Area News to involve a patrol car that was responding to an emergency call while operating northbound on NY Route 30 in the Village of Mayfield. The northbound patrol car was said to be passing a private vehicle that was traveling northbound when that vehicle attempted a left turn into the Mayfield Dunkin Donuts and Sunoco business complex just before the crash occurred. Heavy damage was reported to both vehicles and a utility pole was taken down as a result of the incident. No injuries were reported and the crash remains under an investigation being handled by the Sheriff's Office, authorities said today. It has not been clear if any tickets have been issued. A statement concerning the crash was released on the Sheriff's Office page on Tuesday.

© Image by Fulton County Area News

02/12/2025

LARGE GROUP EXPECTED TONIGHT: AMSTERDAM SCHOOL BUS SERVICE

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, NY -- Public concerns are expected to be heard during a meeting set for 6 pm today at Amsterdam High School concerning the district's plans to cease using Brown Transportation Inc. Anyone wishing to speak is urged to attend. Sources have told Fulton County Area News that the meeting will be held in the school's media center. Capital Region News sources are expected to cover the event. Related story coverage remains published on our page.

02/09/2025

Taken at 6:30 this morning in Gloversville.

02/09/2025

IMAGES: NIGHT TO SHINE '25 HELD IN FULTON COUNTY

JOHNSTOWN, NY -- Night to Shine 2025 was held on Friday night February 7th. The event hosted by Fulmont Community Church and Foothills Worship Center honors special needs individuals from both Fulton and Montgomery Counties. More than 100 individuals were in attendance at the event that included two on-duty Johnstown Police Officers who led the Cha-Cha slide. Interviewed during Night to Shine '25 was New York State Assemblyman Robert Smullen, Dr. Kevin Cope and Pastor Brad Chesebro. Video coverage from the event remains published on our page. Follow Night to Shine Fulton Montgomery NY for related updates.

© Images by Bill Trojan / Fulton County Area News with additional images by Johnstown High School Student Sydney Armino

02/08/2025

NIGHT TO SHINE '25 HELD IN FULTON COUNTY, NY

JOHNSTOWN -- Night to Shine 2025 was held on Friday night February 7th. The event hosted by Fulmont Community Church and Foothills Worship Center honors special needs individuals from both Fulton and Montgomery Counties. More than 100 individuals were in attendance at the event that included two on-duty Johnstown Police Officers who led the Cha-Cha slide. Interviewed during Night to Shine '25 was New York State Assemblyman Robert Smullen, Dr. Kevin Cope and Pastor Brad Chesebro. Photography coverage from the event will appear on our page with additional support by Johnstown High School Student Sydney Arminio. Follow Night to Shine Fulton County NY for related updates.

© Video by Fulton County Area News

02/08/2025

JOHNSTOWN POLICE OFFICERS LEAD CHA-CHA SLIDE DURING SPECIAL NEEDS PROM

FULTON COUNTY, NY -- Two City of Johnstown Police Officers stepped up to a dance floor on Friday night to lead the Cha-Cha Slide during a special needs prom known as Night to Shine. The event honored more than 100 special needs individuals from Fulton and Montgomery Counties. Additional coverage from the event will appear on our page on Saturday.

© Video by Fulton County Area News

02/08/2025

Fulton County Area News is a proud supporter of Night to Shine Fulton County NY. The 2/7/25 event hosted by Fulmont Community Church and Foothills Worship Center honors special needs individuals from both Fulton and Montgomery Counties. Coverage from the event will appear on our page with additional support by Johnstown High School Student Sydney Arminio. From left are Ryan Lorey, Dr. Kevin Cope and Bill Trojan.

© Image by Sydney Arminio for Fulton County Area News

02/05/2025

MAJOR CHANGE FOR AMSTERDAM SCHOOL BUS SERVICES, PUBLIC HEARING FEB 12

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, NY -- News 10 was in Amsterdam on Tuesday following widespread parental concern on Monday relating to a decision by the Greater Amsterdam School District to discontinue school bus services with it's longtime provider - Brown Transportation Inc. During recent years the company was acquired by and is now operated through a much larger corporation known as Student Transportation of America. No one from the Greater Amsterdam School District would comment when a News 10 crew visited the district on Tuesday. A public hearing on the matter has been set for 6 pm February 12th at the Amsterdam High School. A large attendance is expected. Tuesday's News 10 story coverage remains published at news10.com:

https://www.news10.com/news/amsterdam-schools-will-contract-new-bus-provider/

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NIGHT TO SHINE '25 HELD IN FULTON COUNTY, NY

NIGHT TO SHINE '25 HELD IN FULTON COUNTY, NY JOHNSTOWN -- Night to Shine 2025 was held on Friday night February 7th. The event hosted by Fulmont Community Church and Foothills Worship Center honors special needs individuals from both Fulton and Montgomery Counties. More than 100 individuals were in attendance at the event that included two on-duty Johnstown Police Officers who led the Cha-Cha slide. Interviewed during Night to Shine '25 was New York State Assemblyman Robert Smullen, Dr. Kevin Cope and Pastor Brad Chesebro. Photography coverage from the event will appear on our page with additional support by Johnstown High School Student Sydney Arminio. Follow Night to Shine Fulton County NY for related updates. © Video by Fulton County Area News

JOHNSTOWN POLICE OFFICERS LEAD CHA-CHA SLIDE DURING SPECIAL NEEDS PROM

JOHNSTOWN POLICE OFFICERS LEAD CHA-CHA SLIDE DURING SPECIAL NEEDS PROM FULTON COUNTY, NY -- Two City of Johnstown Police Officers stepped up to a dance floor on Friday night to lead the Cha-Cha Slide during a special needs prom known as Night to Shine. The event honored more than 100 special needs individuals from Fulton and Montgomery Counties. Additional coverage from the event will appear on our page on Saturday. © Video by Fulton County Area News

S.T.E.M. -- Students work to complete circuits through High Rollers Skating STEM program

Business Spotlight: Fantastic Sams Johnstown, NY

JOHNSTOWN, NY -- Receive $5.00 off at Fantastic Sams in the Price Chopper Johnstown Mall through the end of February by mentioning Fulton County Area News. Our review was conducted on Friday, January 24th. The business has been owned by Jeff McNamara for around 20 years. Fantastic Sams in Johnstown can be reached at (518) 736-2066. © Video by Fulton County Area News

S.T.E.M. Field Trips now booking at High Rollers Skating

S.T.E.M. FIELD TRIPS NOW BOOKING AT HIGH ROLLERS SKATING FULTON COUNTY, NY -- Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Field Trips have quickly become a new part of High Rollers Skating, an entertainment venue on NY Route 30 north of Amsterdam since 1983. The facility's new S.T.E.M. program is led by Barbara Hatcher, a retired Special Education Teacher with more than 30 years experience. For more information or to book a S.T.E.M. Field Trip contact Hatcher at High Rollers Skating at (518) 843-0783.

Bob's Bargain Outlet Major Expansion

Bob's Bargain Outlet LLC is now at a larger space next to The Movieplex in the Price Chopper Johnstown Mall.

Mega Balloon Drop - Happy New Year

MEGA BALLOON DROP - HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Hundreds of balloons dropped at Noon today as part of a Disney Hits Noon Years Eve party at High Rollers Skating on Route 30 in Perth. An official New Years Eve Bash is set to take place at the facility starting at 8 pm tonight. A Mega-Balloon Drop is set for Midnight. We will offer Facebook LIVE coverage during the event. © Video by Maria Provenzano / Fulton County Area News

ORANGE VELOUR PERFORMS LIVE AT GLOVE THEATRE FULTON COUNTY, NY -- Local band Orange Velour gave a LIVE performance at the historic Glove Theatre in downtown Gloversville on Friday night December 27th. The event was part of the theatre's 518 concert series. Orange Velour Music is on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100092669233184 © Video by Fulton County Area News

Gloversville Police Escort Christmas Eve Car Sleigh

GLOVERSVILLE POLICE ESCORT CHRISTMAS EVE CAR SLEIGH FULTON COUNTY, NY -- A special Christmas effort including a School Bus received a police escort throughout the city of Gloversville by GPD Sergeant A.R. Reppenhagen on Christmas Eve morning. Several homes received related holiday cheer courtesy of what has become known as the annual Christmas Eve Car Sleigh. Organizer LaShawn Hawkins spoke with Fulton County Area News. "This year marks our 5th Annual Christmas Eve Car Sleigh! What began in 2020 with 90 families has grown tremendously. We hit the streets to deliver gifts, spreading holiday cheer with Santa and his friends. This joyful event is made possible thanks to the incredible efforts of our wonderful community school district. Also participating were Gloversville Key Club scholars Victoria and Jordan Twardy, their Girl Scoutsand the support of GPD officially leading the way." Merry Christmas, everyone! © Video by Fulton County Area News

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NIGHT TO SHINE '25 HELD IN FULTON COUNTY, NY

JOHNSTOWN POLICE OFFICERS LEAD CHA-CHA SLIDE DURING SPECIAL NEEDS PROM

Business Spotlight: Fantastic Sams Johnstown, NY

S.T.E.M. Field Trips now booking at High Rollers Skating

Bob's Bargain Outlet Major Expansion

Mega Balloon Drop - Happy New Year

Gloversville Police Escort Christmas Eve Car Sleigh

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