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Remembering Winter Olympian Jack Shea
Jan 23, 2002 — Lake Placid's legendary Winter Olympian, Jack Shea, died this week in a car crash near his home. The 91-year-old was the oldest living gold medalist. He was killed just three weeks before his grandson will compete at the Winter Games in Salt Lake City. North Country Public Radio's Brian Mann has our remembrance. Go to full article
Lake Placid Hosts World Mogul and Aerial Jumping Competition
Jan 21, 2002 — Lake Placid grabbed some of the winter sport spotlight over the weekend. Skiers from around the world competed in the mogul and aerial jumping competitions. Brian Mann reports. Go to full article
Confessions of a Library "Criminal"
Jan 17, 2002 — Brian Mann's commentary on his love of reading and books--and a love-hate relationship with libraries. Go to full article
Assemblyman Chris Ortloff praises Pataki's Support of Winter Olympics Plans
Jan 10, 2002 — Governor Pataki also mentioned the North Country in his plans to return the Winter Olympics to Lake Placid, although he didn't say when. Assemblyman Chris Ortloff praised the... Go to full article
Undefeated Adirondack Legends Seeking Senior Gold
Jan 07, 2002 — Martha Foley talks with Lonnie Avery of the Adirondack Legends senior hockey team. The team is undefeated and on course for the gold medal at the Senior Olympic Hockey... Go to full article
Lake Colden Outpost: Building for the Wilderness
Jan 01, 2002 — When state officials announced that a new cabin was being built on Lake Colden, in the High Peaks, the decision was controversial. That part of the Adirondacks is a... Go to full article
Adirondack Youth Orchestra to Start New Season
Dec 31, 2001 — Since 1985, the Adirondack Youth Orchestra has provided an opportunity for area youth to enhance their music education. Based at Plattsburgh State University, the orchestra... Go to full article
LTX Fiber to Reopen Beaver Falls Paper Mill
Dec 13, 2001 — There was another bit of good news yesterday for the ailing North Country paper industry. State officials announced the purchase of the Beaver Falls paper mill near the... Go to full article
Law Would Ease Borrowing Restrictions for Adirondack Localities
Dec 06, 2001 — A new law will make it easier for many Adirondack towns to borrow money. The legislation--sponsored by Senator Ron Stafford--reduces the level of state oversight for towns... Go to full article
Jimmy Shea Hopes to Become First Third-Generation US Winter Olympian
Dec 03, 2001 — In February, the United States will host the Olympic Winter Games, for the first time since 1980 in Lake Placid. The Salt Lake Olympics will also mark the return of the sport... Go to full article
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