Most of the town supervisors in the Tri-Lakes region are not pleased with new state legislation that would move their odd-year elections to even years. According to the Adirondack Daily Enterprise, their main objection is that local races will get overshadowed by state and national ones on the ballot. On Friday, Dec. 22, Gov. Kathy … Read more
Students and staff of North Country School recently donated 40 of the 153 dozen eggs the school is donating to Lake Placid Ecumenical Food Pantry this holiday season. According to the Sun Community News, the food pantry serves 70 local families and is open 9-12 on Fridays at St. Agnes Church, 169 Hillcrest Ave. in … Read more
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced on Thursday $46 million in new state housing grant awards, including more than $7.7 million for organizations and homeowners in the North Country. According to the Adirondack Daily Enterprise, the grants are expected to serve 155 housing units in the region and are targeted at helping low- and moderate-income homeowners repair … Read more
Many local hotels and businesses are preparing for what they expect to be a tidal wave of tourism or the upcoming solar eclipse on April 8, 2024. The Adirondack Daily Enterprise reports it will be the first total solar eclipse to directly hit the Tri-Lakes in at least a millennium, in which the moon lines … Read more
Camp Santanoni’s free Winter Weekends are back, offering a rare opportunity for snowshoers and cross-country skiers to enjoy a classic Adirondack winter wonderland unspoiled by the noise of traffic or snowmobiles. Though usually closed during winter months, the camp’s registered National Landmark buildings will be open to the public from 10 a.m. till 3 p.m. … Read more
Doonesbury cartoonist and former Saranac Lake resident Garry Trudeau has unveiled his 2024 Winter Carnival button design. According to the Adirondack Daily Enterprise, the design, inspired by 1940s horror comic books and the Creepy Carnival theme, shows Doonesbury character Michael James “Mike” Doonesbury cowering in fear with skis askew as he’s accosted by a giant … Read more
The New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection (DCP) is reminding shoppers of New York State laws that protect consumers so they can make informed decisions about holiday returns. Among the tips: Pay Attention to Return Policies, Understand the Refund Terms and Retain Any Proofs of Purchase: Consumers should hold on to receipts … Read more
A benefit for the Lake Placid-North Elba Historical Society museum, “See You in Paris,” is slated for Saturday, Feb. 17, 2024. According to the Adirondack Daily Enterprise, as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, proceeds benefit the Lake Placid Olympic Museum’s mission, educational programs and exhibits.
The 0.8-mile Cobble Hill hiking trail in Lake Placid has a new access point and boardwalk. The Adirondack Daily Enterprise reports at the corner of Mirror Lake Drive and Northwood School’s driveway, the new trailhead begins with a 250-foot boardwalk that connects to the natural surface trail to the 2,343-foot summit. All previous access points … Read more
Saranac Lake has finalized its event and performer lineup for this year’s New Year’s Eve celebration. Sun Community News reports North Country New Year, the re-named and family-friendly celebration taking place in Saranac Lake, Dec. 31, will feature live performances, activities, local food, comedy shows and fireworks from 5 p.m. – 12 a.m. Admission to … Read more