There are five potential themes for next year’s Saranac Lake Winter Carnival — “America’s Birthday,” “Cartoonival,” “Game Night,” “Winter Sports” and “Wizards and Dragons” — and a public vote next month will decide what carnival-goers will be dressed up as come next February. The Adirondack Daily Enterprise reports The Carnival Committee, which is open to … Read more
Students from Paul Smith’s College, guided by professor Deb Naybor, recently collaborated on building and delivering a pet pantry to the front porch of Tri-Lakes Humane Society in Saranac Lake. According to the Adirondack Daily Enterprise, the newly-installed bin provides a convenient, anonymous way for community members to both donate and receive essential pet supplies … Read more
North Country Community College will use a $50,000 state grant to help more adult learners earn a college degree and advance their careers. The funding, announced recently by Gov. Kathy Hochul, builds on the college’s recent success in attracting more adult learners by providing short-term offerings and hybrid programs that include flexible evening/weekend options and … Read more
The tarp is coming down from the front of the Trudeau Building on the corner of Church and Main. Sun Community News reports Historic Saranac Lake purchased the former home and medical office of Dr. E. L. Trudeau in 2019 to preserve the historic building and utilize the additional space for expansion of their museum. … Read more
After a hearty winter, shoulder season is once again in full swing, or perhaps more accurately, taking the arc of a pendulum swing, in the Adirondacks. The Adirondack Daily Enterprise reports local experts caution that it is one of the most precarious times of the year to take to the trails, especially higher elevation routes … Read more
The Malone Rabies Vaccination Clinic is happening at the Malone Fire Department on Thursday, March 27th from 6-8pm. Appointments are required. They can be made online or by phone by calling (518) 481-1710, Monday through Friday from 8am-4pm.
There will be a general election Tuesday for four village of Lake Placid roles, with all candidates running unopposed for an additional term. Polls will be open between noon and 9 p.m. at the North Elba Town Hall at 2693 Main St. The Adirondack Daily Enterprise reports the candidates are Art Devlin, running again for … Read more
The owners of ADK ArtRise say they are making the ”difficult decision” to close their doors at the end of June. According to the Adirondack Daily Enterprise, the art education business has been a hub for creation in Saranac Lake, especially for children. But its co-owners say they haven’t been able to keep it financially … Read more
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Acting Commissioner Amanda Lefton announced the annual statewide ban prohibiting residential brush burning begian on Sunday and runs through May 14. Since 2009, DEC has enforced the annual brush burning ban to prevent wildfires and protect communities and first responders during heightened conditions for wildfires.
AdkAction announces the launch of a new “Don’t Be Salty” public outreach campaign aimed at reducing the environmental damage caused by excessive road salt use in the Lake Champlain Basin. The campaign will shine a spotlight on the harmful effects of road salt pollution, highlight effective and practical salt-reduction techniques, and empower individuals and communities … Read more