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Where to find perfect snow? Try the Debar Mountain Wild Forest
Sheep Meadow ski trail in Northern Adirondacks boasts good conditions, quiet solitude

Essex residents weigh in on solar farm planned for Hickory Hill
Community solar project planned for farm fields along Route 22

5 short Adirondack hikes perfect for a date
Take your date on these 5 short day hikes located in the Adirondack Park. Perfect for getting to know someone while getting outside.

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Grace Peak rescue takes place in sub-zero temps
Plus: A hiker collapsed on Wolf Pond trail outside Newcomb

How the historic Whallonsburg Grange Hall continues to build community
Iconic meeting place has come into its own and is searching for a full-time director
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First Brother: A secluded summit in Brant Lake
Perfect for experienced hikers, this winter adventure to First Brother near Brant Lake features bushwhacking through Adirondack wilderness
Previously unknown historic shipwrecks found
5 takeaways from Lake Champlain Maritime Museum’s annual archeology conference
Impact of proposed tariffs: North Country businesses brace for uncertainty
Clinton County officials express concerns in tariffs, highlighting the uncertainty affecting local businesses and the regional economy.
Five cross-country ski trails to try this weekend
From scenic trails to expert-level routes, these six trails are perfect spots for your next winter weekend adventure.
Democrats Select Blake Gendebien as Candidate for NY-21: What’s Next?
Democrats select dairy farmer Blake Gendebien as their nominee for NY-21, even as the special election timeline remains uncertain due to Rep. Elise Stefanik's pending UN ambassador confirmation.
Revitalization of former Tupper Lake factory moves closer to reality
The long-vacant Oval Wood Dish factory in Tupper Lake is set for redevelopment with an additional $3 million state grant.
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Changes ahead for access to Jackrabbit Ski Trail
Plans are in the works for a new parking lot and trailhead for the Jackrabbit Trail in the town of Keene on Alstead Hill Road.

Where to find perfect snow? Try the Debar Mountain Wild Forest
Sheep Meadow ski trail in Northern Adirondacks boasts good conditions, quiet solitude

5 short Adirondack hikes perfect for a date
Take your date on these 5 short day hikes located in the Adirondack Park. Perfect for getting to know someone while getting outside.

First Brother: A secluded summit in Brant Lake
Perfect for experienced hikers, this winter adventure to First Brother near Brant Lake features bushwhacking through Adirondack wilderness