Adirondack Health has named registered nurse Nickole “Kiki” Andronica as the 25th annual recipient of the Meghan E. Handler “Excellence in Nursing” memorial award. It is given annually to a registered nurse employed by Adirondack Health with one to three years of professional experience. The recipient must show a commitment to improving and expanding their … Read more
Adirondack Health has awarded Margaret Sorensen with the third annual Nursing Legacy Award. It was created in 2021 to honor a nurse with more than 15 years’ experience and a demonstrated history of teaching, mentoring, and inspiring the next generation of nurses. Additional criteria include expert technical skills, the ability to pass on the art … Read more
Local ski resorts in the region are capitalizing on the recent snowfall, turning a Monday snow day into an opportunity for outdoor enthusiasts to hit the slopes. It was a snow day for some and that meant the slopes at Whiteface were teeming with skiers and snowboarders on Monday, as the mountain added 4 to … Read more
Lake Placid has been voted the third most “Christmassy” town in America according to Mixbook’s survey. The publication says Lake Placid has a specific charm during the winter because of its natural setting in the Adirondack Mountains, blanketed in snow, offering a picturesque backdrop for the holidays. “The town embraces the spirit of the season … Read more
An information session on a future cooperative housing development off of Averyville Road in Lake Placid is scheduled for Jan. 7, 2024. The Adirondack Daily Enteprise reports the session will run from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Lake Placid Beach House at 31 Parkside Drive. The development is expected to be built on … Read more
USA luge performed well at home in the International Luge Federation World Cup in Lake Placid. Five Team USA athletes earned medals in the FIL opener throughout two days of competition on Friday, Dec. 8 and Saturday, Dec. 9 at Mt Van Hoevenberg. The top finishers of the weekend featured Lake Placid, New York, native … Read more
With Lake Placid a natural picturesque backdrop for a Hallmark-style Christmas movie, production for Gemelli Films’ latest production ‘A Jar Full of Christmas’ continues. Sun Community News reports more than 700 residents signed up for supporting roles for the film directed by Candy Cain, giving actors and production crews a warm welcome with the boost … Read more
The Town of North Elba is awarding more than $370,000 to several local organizations through its North Elba Local Enhancement and Advancement Fund (LEAF). Sun Community News reports projects approved to receive LEAF funding were submitted by several local organizations including: Adirondack Rail Trail; Adirondack Carousel; Adirondack Speedskating Club; Saranac Lake Civic Center; Shipman Youth … Read more
North Country Community College and UpNCoding will host a pair of online information sessions for students interested in careers in software engineering, computer science and information technology. The Adirondack Daily Enterprise reports the information sessions, set for 6:30 p.m. Dec. 12 and 14 on Zoom, will provide more details on UpNCoding’s latest 12-week software engineering … Read more
The Adirondack region has been included in Condé Nast Traveler’s annual list of places to visit. Upstate New York was recognized as one of the “24 Places to Go in 2024,” with the Adirondack region, along with area attractions and hotel properties receiving specific mention. Upstate New York is one of 24 destinations featured in … Read more