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
Unless changes are made soon, the Tupper Lake Central School District will continue tracking toward dire financial straits, according to the district’s financial advisor. The Adirondack Daily Enterprise reports Dr. Rick Timbs delivered a sobering, nearly 90-minute presentation at the district’s regular monthly Board of Education meeting held on Monday that showed massive projected deficits … Read more
The town of North Elba council approved a new agreement with the state Olympic Regional Development Authority following a 4-1 vote at their regular meeting this week. The Adirondack Daily Enterprise reports the agreement allows ORDA to continue operating the three venues owned by the town — the Olympic Center, the Olympic Jumping Complex and … Read more
Have an idea for an epic Winter Carnival theme? Now is the time to pitch it. The Winter Carnival Committee is meeting on Tuesday to review theme ideas. The Adirondack Daily Enterprise reports the committee has set up an email address to field theme suggestions at theme.slwintercarnival@gmail.com. Suggestions must be received before 4 p.m. Tuesday … Read more
The Wild Center invites the community to celebrate one of the Adirondacks’ sweetest traditions. During New York Maple Weekends on March 22–23 and March 29–30, visitors can experience the magic of maple sugaring through special programs, an artistic pancake brunch, and the chance to participate in the Community Maple Project, which continues through March and … Read more
For the first time in two decades, eligibility for school tax breaks for Tupper Lake residents ages 65 or older has been widened. The Adirondack Daily Enterprise reports the Tupper Lake Central School District’s Board of Education voted 4-0 during their regular monthly meeting on Monday in favor of expanding the income thresholds under which … Read more
The annual ‘Round the Mountain Canoe & Kayak Race is set for Saturday, May 10, bringing together paddlers from across the Adirondack region and beyond. The 10-mile ‘Round the Mountain race kicks off the Northern Forest Canoe Trail’s Adirondack Race Series, which also includes the Adirondack Canoe Classic — the 90-Miler — and the Long … Read more
Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Chateaugay Lake) announced that nominations for his 2025 Women of Distinction Awards are underway. Sun Community News reports the Women of Distinction Awards are held annually and honor local women who have had significant positive impacts on their community and those around them in categories such as health care, business, volunteer work, … Read more