News Staff Essex County, NY Public Health officials report that as of January 11, New Yorkers in Phase 1a and segments of Phase 1b are eligible for COVID-19 vaccines. Vaccinating the populations in Phases 1a and 1b is expected to be a weeks- to months-long endeavor. It is estimated currently that completing vaccinations for the groups eligible … Read more
The Lake Placid Sinfonietta received a generous donation from NBT Bank to sponsor a Park Series concert in the summer of 2021. The Lake Placid Sinfonietta’s 2021 season will run from Wednesday July 7 through Sunday August 15. For more information please visit the orchestra website at www.LakePlacidSinfonietta.org.
Three inmates at Adirondack Correctional Facility are suing the state — notably the governor and the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision — for allegedly endangering older inmates at the prison during the COVID-19 pandemic. Adirondack daily enterprise reports The plaintiffs allege a “deliberate indifference” to the health and safety of inmates. It details a … Read more
DEC is encouragin New York’s new and experienced anglers to get outside and safely enjoy ice fishing during the winter months. Four inches of solid clear ice is usually safe for anglers accessing ice on foot As part of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo’s NY Open for Fishing and Hunting initiative, the weekend of February 13-14, … Read more
Paul Smith’s College launched a varsity Esports program in 2019 that’s surging into 2021 with curriculum additions like Esports Management and Trends in Esports Management. The College of the Adirondacks made the announcement Thursday with courses to be offered in the 2021 fall semester. Esports has become a billion-dollar industry and there are currently 148 … Read more
Lake Placid Middle-High School is remote learning again Friday as it was Thursday after a staff member tested positive for COVID-19. The Adirondack Daily Enterprise reports it’s not the first time a case of COVID-19 has been discovered at Lake Placid Central School District. Since September, the district has seen at least seven cases of … Read more
DEC announcing the launch of an ice fishing creel survey that will be conducted on the New York waters of Lake Champlain starting this week through March. The 2021 ice fishing survey will take place at four access points. Anglers coming off the ice will be asked to participate by providing information about their day … Read more
Congresswoman Stefanik spoke on the House Floor to condemn the violence that took place on the United States Capitol grounds Wednesday, and object to certain electors during the Joint Session of Congress to Count Electoral Ballots. She said, in part, “This has been a truly tragic day for America. And we all join together in … Read more
A ranger rescue in Keene Valley. Dispatch received a call that a 51-year-old male from Forest Mills had sustained injuries from a 30-foot fall on the Giant Mt. Ridge Trail. Rangers requested Essex County Emergency Service to deploy a Critical Care Technician to assist with medical care.and to assist with a steep-angle technical rescue. The … Read more
Health Insurance Open Enrollment through the NY State of Health Marketplace continues. For those seeking coverage beginning on February 1, the deadline to enroll is January 15. AHI’s Enrollment Assistance Services and Education (EASE) program is offering free telephone enrollment assistance to those seeking coverage in Clinton, Essex, Franklin, Fulton, Hamilton, Saratoga, Warren, and Washington … Read more