New STR Software Platform In North Elba, Lake Placid

The Town of North Elba and Village of Lake Placid have announced the launch of a new software platform designed to assist Short-Term Rental (STR) owners and enhance community communication. Sun Community News reports alongside this platform, a new complaint system has been introduced to effectively address community concerns in real-time.

Schenectady Man Charged In Halfmoon Shooting

A Schenectady man is facing charges in connection with Saturday’s shooting in Halfmoon. WNYT reports it happened just after 11 a.m. in the area of the Morris Pipe & Supply Co. 25 year old Justin P. Wagner allegedly fired a rifle at a man. Wagner left the scene in a vehicle and was caught by … Read more

Jones Won’t Seek Nomination For Congress

Assemblyman D. Billy Jones, D-Chateaugay Lake, will not seek the Democratic nomination for Congress in the 21st District special election that is expected soon. According to the Adirondack Daily Enterprise, Friday, Jones said he enjoys his work in the Assembly and wants to continue what he’s done over the last four terms in office.

ACW Announces 2025 Online Winter Writing Classes

The Adirondack Center for Writing (ACW) is offering six online writing classes this winter. Classes include five, 5-week online writing classes – poetry, fiction, nonfiction, comedy and performance – and a one-time seminar on how and where to submit your work for publication. Learn more and register at adirondackcenterforwriting.org/events.

Invictus Games Training In Saranac Lake

The Saranac Lake Civic Center and the Lake Placid Curling Club announce wounded warriors, who have served our nation, will be participating in a training camp hosted by the Gary Sinise Foundation as they prepare for the upcoming 2025 Invictus Games in Whistler, set for February. The public is invited to cheer on the athletes … Read more

Students To Take Part In Art-In-Sports Program

Five hundred art students from the Olympic Region counties of Clinton, Essex, and Franklin will participate in a seven-week winter art-in-sports educational program. The program, titled “Olympism – A New Century of Winter Arts-in-Sports,” features educational instruction shared between teachers of participating student art classes and by a team of international Olympian and Paralympian artists.

‘En Plein Air’ Exhibit In Saranac Lake

In Saranac Lake, “En Plein Air,” an exhibit of recent work by 12 artists who have participated in the Adirondack Artists Guild’s plein air painting group, will be the featured show in January at the Artists Guild gallery. Jacqueline Altman, a watercolor painter and longtime Guild member, organized the group in 2023.

Bauer Steps Down As Director Of Protect The Adirondacks

Peter Bauer has stepped down as the Executive Director of Protect the Adirondacks, a position he has held since 2012. Sun Community News reports previously, Bauer worked as the Executive Director of the FUND for Lake George, now merged with the Lake George Association, and the Residents’ Committee to Protect the Adirondacks, which merged to … Read more

Winter Carnival Seeks King And Queen Submissions

The Saranac Lake Winter Carnival Committee is currently seeking nominations from the public for the 2025 Winter Carnival king and queen. The Adirondack Daily Enteprise reports the king and queen selection is based upon volunteerism within the community. Candidates should demonstrate a long-term and broad-based commitment to making life more livable, pleasant and enjoyable — … Read more