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A bridge to memory

Bridges connect shore to shore, and the past to the present, the present to the future. On a recent evening, we headed over to our Amish friends for a “supper” of popcorn, cake and ice cream (our contribution to the “sweet and...

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The bridge between Cornwall and Cornwall Island

Commentary: Let Mohawks Design New Bridge

by Commentary

May 19, 2004 — Plans are moving forward to replace the bridge that soars across the Canadian side of the St. Lawrence River between Cornwall Island and Cornwall, Ontario, near Massena. The high, arching span was built to allow freighters to pass underneath, but the big ships don't use the Canadian channel anymore. The old bridge is expensive to maintain, and Canadian officials announced last fall that a more modest span would make better sense. The bridge links Akwesasne Mohawk territory with the Canadian mainland. It plays a significant symbolic and historic role in Mohawk culture. Commentator Doug George says Mohawks should design the new bridge. Go to full article

Canadians Plan Smaller International Bridge

by David Sommerstein

Oct 07, 2003 — Canadian officials plan to build a new bridge that spans part of the St. Lawrence River near Massena. A smaller bridge would save money at a time when border crossings are down. David Sommerstein reports. Go to full article

Saranac Lake Bridge Construction on Schedule

by Jody Tosti

Apr 23, 2002 — There's good news for business owners in Saranac Lake who were worried a bridge construction project set for this summer in the village would negativly affect tourism there. Jody Tosti reports. Go to full article

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