Retail stores across the North Country and nationwide will display corrective statements on the dangers of tobacco use, in accordance with a recent federal court order. The court order requires major U.S. tobacco companies to post eye-catching signs that tell the public the truth about the deadly consequences of smoking at approximately 220,000 retail locations … Read more
Adirondack Health has completed the sale of Mercy Living Center, selling the 60-bed nursing home in Tupper Lake to Mark Salamon, who operates a number of long-term care facilities across New York state. Salamon is the building’s new owner, working to update Mercy Living Center’s Certificate of Need (CON) to reflect the change in ownership.
A new fund will help increase equitable access to small business financing in the Adirondack region. Officials from Adirondack Foundation, the Adirondack Economic Development Corporation (AEDC) and Empire State Development (ESD) announced the establishment of the Adirondack Small Business Opportunity Fund at a press conference in Saranac Lake on Monday, Aug. 7. The fund will … Read more
Two people were nearly struck by lightning on Follensby Clear Pond Island in Saranac Lake. The Tupper Lake fire chief tells NBC5, 2 people were camping when lightning hit a tree about 20 to 30 feet from them. The Tupper Lake Fire Department used a rescue boat to get to them. They were then taken … Read more
The annual Jay Day Celebration returns next week. According to the Adirondack Daily Enterprise, Jay Day will be back on Aug. 19 at the Jay Village Green from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. This year’s Jay Day will feature 40 vendors, various food and refreshment choices and activities, including music, a magic show, circus style … Read more
The Lake Placid-North Elba Review Board continues to piece together its recommendation for whether or not a rezoning request from a local family should move forward. The Adirondack Daily Enterprise reports if approved, the rezoning would pave the way for the construction of new condominiums on the shore of Lake Placid.
The Lake Placid Center for the Arts (LPCA) has announced the awardees of its inaugural Audience Building Project, a regrant program supported by the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA). North Country cultural organizations were well-represented, with $85,000 distributed between nine arts organizations. Sun Community News reports the statewide program is focused on … Read more
Lake Placid apparel and lifestyle start-up Adirondack Field will host a grand opening party for its new flagship store Tuesday, Aug. 8, from 5-7 p.m. Sun Community News reports the party will be at the store located at 2522 Main St. As part of its charitable mission, Adirondack Field will donate 10 percent of all … Read more
Three women were arrested recently when a traffic stop in Lake Placid lead to the discovery of drugs, drug paraphernalia, and cash in their vehicle. On July 27, Jamie E. Bombard, 25, of Bloomingdale, was allegedly driving a U-Haul truck that drew the attention of the Lake Placid Police when it didn’t stop at a … Read more
This years Bike the Barns route features rural roads with sweeping farm views of the Lake Champlain and Ausable River valleys. It also includes a roll through historic downtown Keeseville, stops at four farms, and an unparalleled view of Ausable Chasm. Meet the farms & sign up now. The Oct. 7 farm-by-bike tour is almost … Read more