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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 support. 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 Championships in Lake Placid. 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 designated wilderness area. By law, that means human structures should be kept to a minimum. Supporters of the new cabin argued that it would be a vital tool for rangers and ski patrols who work in the backcountry. That claim was born out this winter. The Lake Colden outpost was used as a base of operations in two successful searches. Brian Mann visited Lake Colden in the fall of 2000, as construction was winding down. 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
Shoreline Development Boom Within the Adirondack Park Prompts Zoning Debates
Nov 29, 2001 — One of the great myths of the Adirondack Park is that state zoning regulations restrict or at least shape most development on private land. In fact, much of the real estate... Go to full article
Curling Anyone? Open House in Lake Placid
Nov 22, 2001 — The sport of curling is played in 35 countries. It's particularly popular in Canada. But there are pockets of enthusiasts on the U.S. side of the border too. Beth Schmidt... Go to full article
The North Country Helping Out at Ground Zero
Nov 09, 2001 — In the weeks since the September 11 attack, thousands of people in the North Country have helped with the recovery in New York City. Red cross workers, state police, firemen... Go to full article
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