SLLDC Has August 17th Meeting

Saranac Lake Local Development Corporation meets Tuesday, August 17, 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm The SLLDC is a non profit based out of the Village of Saranac Lake. The Village Board of Trustees members have appointed a Board of Directors to make decisions and implement plans. The monthly meeting of the Board of Directors is … Read more

County Health Department Issues Advsiory On HAB’s

Essex County Public Health with an advisory concerning Harmful algal blooms. HAB’s are the rapid growth of algae or cyanobacteria that can cause harm to people, animals, or the local ecology. Harmful algae or cyanobacteria can look like foam, scum, paint, or mats on the surface of water and can be different colors. These blooms … Read more

August ArtWalk In Saranac Lake

August ArtWalk in Saranac Lake happens Thursday, August 18th 5-7:30 PM, celebrating local artists and musicians. Artists of all genres—visual and performance artists—and all skill levels, are mixed together throughout downtown, displaying or demonstrating their creative products.

Tupper Lake Receives Northern Border Regional Commission Funds

Today, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik announced that five projects in her district have been awarded in North Border Regional Commission funds this year totaling over $2 million. The Village of Tupper Lake in Franklin County received an award of $500,000 for critical infrastructure upgrades to support jobs, housing, local businesses, and economic development.

Ranger Rescue In North Elba

A ranger rescue in the Town of North Elba. While patrolling Marcy Dam in the High Peaks Wilderness Area, a ranger happened upon a group with an injured hiker. The hiker sustained a non-weight-bearing ankle injury. The ranger assisted with carrying the eight-year-old from Massachusetts back to the parking lot. The group planned to seek … Read more

Ranger Rescue In Newcomb

A ranger rescue in the Town of Newcomb. Dispatch received notification from the Mount Marcy Summit Steward of a sick hiker in the Flowed Lands lean-to. Lake Colden Caretaker Kelly and Assistant Fire Ranger Adams walked the 18-year-old hiker from Pennsylvania out of the woods. Forest Rangers were on standby with a wheeled litter at … Read more

Word Of Life Selling Schroon Lake Property

A sale agreement is announced for the now-closed Word of Life Inn and Family Lodge in Schroon Lake. According to the Adirondack Explorer a private company will close on the deal in September and will reopen it as a resort. Word of Life closed the facility last year due to COVID-19.

Former SL Mayor Gets OK To Build Townhouses

Former Saranac Lake Mayor Clyde Rabideau wins approval to construct a duplex housing development on property he owns in the village. According to the Daily Enterprise the Village Development Board gave Rabideau the green light over objections voiced by neighbors. Rabideau plans to build 4 townhouses at the site.

Pop-Up Art Galleries Coming To Saranac Lake

Saranac Lake’s Arts & Culture Advisory Board invites creators to display their art in vacant downtown storefronts. The Daily Enterprise reports the pop-up galleries will start Aug. 16 and run for a 2-week period. The dates are aligned with the August and September ArtWalks events. Up to 4 storefronts will be used.

Port Henry Man Charged Following Domestic Dispute

A domestic dispute in Port Henry results in a man facing charges. State Police say the 20-year-old from Port Henry damaged property at a Cedar St. address then took off. He is also wanted on a Fulton County warrant. The man was charged then released on his own recognizance.