Dannemora Highlights Lake Concerns And Development Plans
Town officials in Dannemora are laying out priorities after a recent community meeting. Key issues include water quality at Chazy Lake, efforts to control invasive milfoil, and a long-overdue comprehensive planning review. The town is also exploring a proposed battery energy storage project while continuing upgrades to the Lyon Mountain wastewater plant and seeking volunteers […]
Read MoreHospitals Announce Layoffs In North Country
Nine jobs are being cut at Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital and Alice Hyde Medical Center here in the North Country. Hospital officials say the layoffs come as hospitals deal with rising costs and growing pressure from state and federal policy changes. She says leaders are trying to protect patient care and support staff while keeping […]
Read MoreChamplain Area Trails Grand Hike Set For May 9
Champlain Area Trails is inviting the public to its annual Grand Hike on May 9 across New York’s Champlain Valley. The all-day event offers routes ranging from two to 16 miles, with shuttle options and rest stops along the way. Participants will enjoy a celebration featuring food, music, and community groups. Organizers say proceeds support […]
Read MoreAirborne Park Speedway Opens 72nd Season
Airborne Park Speedway fired up its 72nd season Sunday in Plattsburgh, with drivers from across the Northeast and Canada competing in the first points race of 2026. Pit gates opened at noon, grandstands at 2:30, and the green flag dropped at 4 p.m. The opener revealed a full slate of high-speed racing, with teams unveiling […]
Read MoreAdirondack Community Pushes Back On Hiker Limits
Residents and outdoor groups in the Adirondacks are pushing back against a proposal to limit hiker access in the High Peaks. A state-commissioned report suggests capping parking and trail use on busy days at popular areas. Critics argue restrictions go against the region’s open-access tradition, while officials say the plan is aimed at reducing overcrowding […]
Read MoreAdirondack Health Foundation Opens Scholarship Applications
The Adirondack Health Foundation is now accepting applications for its 2026 healthcare scholarship program. Three scholarships worth 35 hundred dollars each will go to students pursuing careers in nursing and related health fields. Applications are open through June 12, with officials noting the program has awarded more than 150 thousand dollars to local students since […]
Read MoreAdirondack Rail Trail Ready For First Full Season
The Adirondack Rail Trail is gearing up for its first full cycling season, with most of the 34 mile route now clear of snow. Officials say crews and volunteers are working to remove debris and prepare the trail for increased use. The path stretches from Lake Placid to Tupper Lake and is expected to be […]
Read MoreHoliday Movie Filming In Upstate With Skating Star
A new holiday movie is filming in Upstate New York, featuring Olympic figure skater Nancy Kerrigan. “A Christmas Spin” is shooting scenes at the Saratoga Springs ice rink with a mix of professional actors and local extras. Producers say the project is also using local crew members, though a release date has not been announced.
Read MoreGlens Falls Job Fair Aims To Boost Mental Health Workforce
Behavioral Health Services North is looking to expand its workforce as demand for services grows. The organization will take part in a job fair this Thursday at Crandall Library in Glens Falls. Officials say the hiring push supports more than two dozen programs across the region, ahead of Mental Health Awareness Month.
Read MoreNorth Country Honor Flight 5K Returns May 16
The North Country Honor Flight 5K and one-mile walk returns May 16 in Plattsburgh, led by Beekmantown seventh graders working to support veterans. The annual event has raised nearly 100-thousand dollars since 2019, including about 35-thousand last year. Activities begin with a 7 a.m. send-off for veterans heading to Washington, D.C., followed by the race […]
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