Zoom talk to discuss the Russian invasion of Ukraine today
PLATTSBURGH — The chairman of SUNY Plattsburgh’s political science department will discuss Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and Putin’s violation of international law and European peace during a Zoom presentation today at 3:30 p.m.
Dr. Daniel Lake, associate professor of political science and chair of the department, teaches courses in international relations with a particular interest in U.S. foreign policy, national security, and warfare.
He will present a preliminary analysis of the political and military dimensions of Putin’s invasion in an attempt to shed light on key questions.
Lake’s research has focused on topics related to international conflict and security, including the use of air power during the Kosovo crisis, the decline of interstate warfare, and the impact of technological change on military operations. .
He is the author of “The Pursuit of Technological Superiority and the Shrinking American Military”. He is also a former US Army military intelligence officer and veteran of Operation Desert Storm.
The presentation will take place on Zoom and will be recorded for those unable to attend. Registration is required: tinyurl.com/4ns2vtch
City of Plattsburgh lifts boil water order
PLATTSBURGH — On Wednesday, the City of Plattsburgh Water and Wastewater Department, with the approval of the Clinton County Health Department, lifted the boil water order that was in place for residents. following locations: North of the Hobbs Road intersection on State Route 9N to Spellman Road and Gateway Drive.
Call the city at 518-562-6890 or the CCHD at 518-565-4870 if you have any questions about this.
Meadowbrook Healthcare will host Scrub Swap
PLATTSBURGH – Meadowbrook Healthcare is now collecting lightly used scrubs for a Scrub Swap it will be hosting from 1-6 p.m. on Thursday, April 7.
The term “gently used” means that the scrubs have no visible holes or stains. Donations can be dropped off at the Meadowbrook Reception, 154 Prospect Ave., open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. weekdays and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekends.
Uniform tops, bottoms and shoes can be donated and will be on display for the Scrub Swap, which aims to provide free uniforms to medical professionals.
All scrubs will be washed and prepared for the event, and anyone who works in healthcare and wears scrubs daily is encouraged to donate and/or attend.
Please direct all questions to Community Relations Coordinator Sandy Geddes at sgeddes@meadowbrookhealth.com or by calling 518-563-5440 ext. 276.
The Fire District of Peru will meet
PERU — The Peru Fire District will hold a State of Peru Fire Station building workshop at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 8 at the Fire Station, 753 Bear Swamp Road.
The meeting is open to the public.
The Plattsburgh Housing Authority Board of Directors will meet
PLATTSBURGH — The Plattsburgh Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, March 16.
The meeting will take place via Zoom and in person at the PHA Administrative Offices, 4817 South Catherine St.
Franklin Co. Local Early Int. The Coordinating Council will meet
MALONE – The Franklin County Local Early Intervention Coordinating Council (LEICC) will meet from 1-2 p.m. Thursday, March 17 in the Malone County Courthouse Kitchen Boardroom, 355 West Main Street.
All LEICC meetings are open to the public. All parents, child service providers and any other interested parties are encouraged to attend.
For more information, contact Franklin County Public Health Early Intervention at 518-481-1529.
