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Farmers of all stripes are up to their eyeballs in work right now. But a bunch of them are taking some time off this weekend to celebrate the summer solstice and get social. The Greenhorns, an organization that supports young farmers, is holding its...
I’ve been waiting for these two small, but jam-packed, volumes from editors Neal Burdick and Maurice Kenny. In each, a collection of writers reflect on living in either the Adirondacks or the North Country lowlands. Originally planned as a...
Good Friday to you! (It’s not actually Good Friday, but I hope you’re having a good one.)
Today in the news, North Country Congressman Bill Owens’ amendment to the $38.9 billion Department of Homeland Security appropriations bill...
If you’re a reader of the Adirondack Almanack blog or the Adirondack Daily Enterprise’s letter-to-the-editor column, you know that there is a deep, nasty and and apparently intractable debate underway over the future of the rail corridor...
I was talking yesterday with Saranac Lake Mayor Clyde Rabideau, who was unveiling his village’s new “6er” program, designed to convince people to come check out the cool little mountains that ring his community.
“I talk to...
Features
Audio Series:The Adirondack Attic
Andy Flynn uses the objects people make, use, and leave behind to tell stories about the life and times of the region.
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 is composed of string and wind musicians from across the region. The Adirondack Youth Orchestra's new season starts up on January 6. Todd Moe talks with Mike Branch, a board member with the AYO. 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 Lewis County village of Croghan. David Sommerstein has the details. 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
Adirondack Artists' Guild Devotes Wall to September 11 and Aftermath
Oct 22, 2001 — The Adirondack Artists' Guild in Saranac Lake devotes one of its walls to a special exhibit in response to the attacks on September 11 and the ongoing events since then. Todd... Go to full article
Santa's Workshop to Open in November
Oct 17, 2001 — A well-known tourist spot on Whiteface Mountain will reopen next month, despite a legal battle over its sale. Santa's Workshop will be open to visitors during four weekends... Go to full article
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