The Moose

11/16/2024

https://flackbroadcasting.com/news/utica-man-facing-trespassing-charge-in-the-town-of-forestport

TOWN OF REMSEN-A 60 year old Utica man was arrested by New York State Police following a trespassing incident that was reported in the Town of Forestport on Thursday November 14th. Troopers arrested Mark T. Albicker in the Town of Remsen on Friday and charged him with one count of Criminal Trespass....

11/15/2024

Listen to our latest online segment with Library Director, Megan Honey:

LEWIS COUNTY- The Lyons Falls Library, 3918 High Street, will present a free N.Y. Citizen Preparedness Training Program on Saturday, November 16 at 10:00 a.m. This free class gives participants the tools and resources to prepare for and respond to any type of severe weather event. All registe...

11/15/2024

"I would ask people to use some caution, use some extra caution, some extra common sense and considerations," the fire chief told us.

"I understand people sometimes want to have an outdoor burn, but wait, let's wait, let's hold off on that because of the possibilities. All it takes is one little ember to be blown by the wind and land into a wooded area, or even grass, and it will take-off so fast you won't be able to stop it."

Listen to our latest on-air coverage for more details:

It is not very common for a burn ban to be in effect for New York State during the month of November, but this year for 2024 is an exception to that. Just recently, New York State enacted a burn ban effective through November 30. Although several parts of the North Country region endured nume...

11/15/2024

LOWVILLE- Lewis County’s annual 30-day Agricultural Inclusion Period is now open through December 15, where landowners may submit requests for inclusion of predominately viable agricultural land with an existing certified agricultural district.

LOWVILLE- Lewis County’s annual 30-day Agricultural Inclusion Period is now open through December 15, where landowners may submit requests for inclusion of predominately viable agricultural land with an existing certified agricultural district. During this period, landowners may submit written...

11/15/2024

Listen to North Country News: Friday, November 15, 2024.

Flack Broadcasting is home of the Moose and the Blizzard. The Moose is the North Country's own local country music radio station, and The Blizzard delivers the greatest classic rock of the 70's 80's and 90's.

11/14/2024

ATTENTION CONSTABLEVILLE AND THE TOWN OF WEST TURIN

Are you in need of some help this Thanksgiving? There have been many food donations to "Constableville for Tomorrow" and they are looking for families to sign up to receive these donations.

Paper sheets are at the Constableville library and post office and can be dropped off to the black drop box on the front of the village building OR mailed to:

Constableville for Tomorrow
PO Box 386
Constableville NY 13325

If someone needs help signing up, they can call or text Sam at 315-778-8710

11/14/2024

https://flackbroadcasting.com/obituaries/alberta-nancy-ouellette

Port Leyden - Alberta Nancy Ouellette, age 78, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday November, 12, 2024 at her home. Affectionately known as Nancy, she was born on April 11, 1946, in Lewiston, ME, the daughter of the late William and Ethel (Barnes) Silver. She moved from Lewiston, to Charlestown, ...

11/14/2024

PORT LEYDEN- A local resident is accused of violating a court order in Lewis County, authorities say.

PORT LEYDEN- A local resident is accused of violating a court order in Lewis County, authorities say. David A. Gerdon, 29, of Lowville, NY was arrested Wednesday night by the New York State Police (Lowville). Gerdon is formally charged with one misdemeanor count of criminal contempt in the se...

11/14/2024

LOWVILLE- The family of Lawson M. Virkler has made a contribution to the Lewis County Hospital Foundation, in his memory.

LOWVILLE- The family of Lawson M. Virkler has made a contribution to the Lewis County Hospital Foundation, in his memory. The donation will serve to name the new morgue at Lewis County Health System. As a long-time funeral director, the gift is a fitting tribute to Mr. Virkler, who passed awa...

11/14/2024

ROME- A city man has been arrested for having sexual contact with an underage female child, according to authorities from the Oneida County Sheriff's Office.

ROME- A city man has been arrested for having sexual contact with an underage female child, according to authorities from the Oneida County Sheriff's Office.  Mackenzie Mantelli, 35, of Rome, NY was arrested Wednesday morning in the wake of an Oneida County Grand Jury indictment: 2 count...

11/14/2024

Listen to North Country News: Thursday, November 14, 2024.

Flack Broadcasting is home of the Moose and the Blizzard. The Moose is the North Country's own local country music radio station, and The Blizzard delivers the greatest classic rock of the 70's 80's and 90's.

11/13/2024

Remember when the New York State DEC seized and euthanized Peanut the squirrel and Fred the raccoon after following up on tips that a resident in the Southern Tier may have been housing illegal animals as pets?

Well, it turns out that they didn’t have rabies after all, but local officials in Chemung County are defending DEC protocols, as one of their officers was reportedly bit during the investigation in Pine City, NY.

Remember when the New York State DEC seized and euthanized Peanut the squirrel and Fred the raccoon after following up on tips that a resident in the Southern Tier may have been housing illegal animals as pets? Well, it turns out that they didn’t have rabies after all, but local officials in C...

11/13/2024

11/13/2024

ROME- Authorities say a suspect has been charged with assault in the wake of a stabbing incident late last month.

ROME- Authorities say a suspect has been charged with assault in the wake of a stabbing incident late last month. Alejandro M. Castro, 18, of Rome, NY was arrested and charged by the city police department on Sunday with assault in the second-degree. Emergency responders were called out to 20...

11/13/2024

https://flackbroadcasting.com/obituaries/rhonda-lee-vigus

Rhonda Lee Vigus, 77, a longtime Boonville resident, passed away peacefully Friday November 8th at her residence on Pine Lane.  Rhonda was born on February 12, 1947 to Arthur L. Jones and Betty Cushman in Boonville NY. She was raised in Forestport NY and was a graduate of the F.....

11/13/2024

“As we experience drought conditions and an increased fire risk across the State, now is not the right time to be burning outdoors, and I urge everyone to heed our warnings as we continue to take the necessary precautions to keep all New Yorkers safe,” the Governor said.

ALBANY, NY- The office of New York Governor Kathy Hochul says a statewide burn ban is currently in effect through November 30 as the Northeast continues struggling amidst a prolonged dry spell. Currently, there are numerous agencies battling wildfires in the southeastern part of the state. “As...

11/13/2024

Listen to North Country News: Wednesday, November 13, 2024.

Flack Broadcasting is home of the Moose and the Blizzard. The Moose is the North Country's own local country music radio station, and The Blizzard delivers the greatest classic rock of the 70's 80's and 90's.

11/12/2024

Here are some tips to avoid a collision with a deer or a moose:

Decrease speed when you approach deer near roadsides. Deer can "bolt" or change direction at the last minute;

If you see a deer cross the road, decrease speed. Deer often travel in groups, so expect other deer to follow;

Use your headlights to warn other drivers when deer are seen on or near the road;

When a deer or moose approaches the roadway ahead, honk the car horn to discourage them from entering the roadway;

Use added caution on roadways marked with ‘deer crossing’ signs;

Use extreme caution when driving at dawn or dusk, when animal movement is at its highest and visibility is reduced;

If you encounter an animal in the roadway, brake firmly, but do not swerve. Swerving can cause a collision with another vehicle, tree, pole, or object.

If an animal is hit, motorists are advised to stay away from the animal. A frightened, wounded deer or moose may use its powerful legs and sharp hooves to cause harm.

It’s getting to be peak rut season here in the North Country and authorities are urging motorists to drive with extra caution, especially during first light and dusk, when deer tend to be most active. “Knowing what to do when you encounter a deer or moose on or near the road can significantly .....