Indian Lake, NY, Aug 23, 2011 — We continue our series, the Adirondack Attic, with Andy Flynn. You may know Andy from his series of "Adirondack Attic" books on local history. He uses the objects people make, use and leave behind to tell stories about the life and times of the region. NCPR is collaborating with Andy and his sources at the Adirondack Museum and other historical associations and museums in the region to bring these stories to air. Today, Andy visits the Adirondack Museum to climb the Whiteface Mountain fire tower.  Go to full article

Apr 18, 2006 — The investigation into a cluster of fires Easter morning continues in Plattsburgh. Police suspect arson was the cause of the four fires that broke out between 5 and 6 o'clock Sunday morning. Martha Foley reports.  Go to full article

Jul 19, 2005 — Six fire fighters from the North Country are helping in the fight against wildfires in Quebec. The crew is part of a 21-person team sent north late last week. As Brian Mann reports, they'll be fighting forest fires in one of the hardest-hit areas.  Go to full article

Aug 22, 2002 — Five new wild fires were spotted on Wednesday, in the Adirondacks, but crews are gaining the upper hand on the largest blaze in the town of Johnsburg. Brian Mann has this update.
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Aug 20, 2002 — It was another tough day Monday for fire crews across the North Country. Steady winds and low humidity fueled blazes in Johnsburg and Wilmington. Brian Mann has this update.
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Jul 23, 2002 — A team of New York Forest Rangers is in Wyoming, helping to fight the worst rash of wildfires in decades. Blazes burning across the West have stretched fire crews thin. Budget cuts have reduced the number of experienced firefighters. As Wyoming Public Radio's Aaron Alpern reports, New York's crew has measured up well.  Go to full article

Jul 09, 2002 — People in most parts of New York State noticed a haze and smog this weekend, caused by fires in the Canadian province of Quebec. While the change of wind patterns meant clearer air on Monday, health organizations that monitor air quality say there could be more unhealthy air coming this week. Karen Dewitt reports.  Go to full article