Young volunteer becomes first junior responder in Long Lake Rescue Squad
By Arietta Hallock
Amidst a parkwide first responder shortage, meet the Long Lake teen pioneering a new program
Arietta Hallock
Arietta Hallock is a summer intern with Adirondack Explorer. She studies Magazine, News and Digital Journalism & Creative Writing at Syracuse University. Named after a rural town in Hamilton County, she enjoys hiking, swimming, skiing and berry picking in the Adirondacks.
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Adirondack general stores: The heartbeat of community, commerce
By Arietta Hallock
Small-town stores are able to adapt, meet the needs of the places they serve
Miniature Route 66: The story behind the Adirondack roadside attraction
By Arietta Hallock
The lasting legacy of a grandfather's labor of love
Well-stocked fire trucks and ambulances, small ranks of volunteers
By Arietta Hallock
Amid a park-wide shortage of volunteer EMTs and firefighters, rural first response teams share resources and seek solutions
Indian Lake Class of 2024: Four graduates
By Arietta Hallock
Tiny graduating class highlights problems, solutions around the declining enrollment at rural New York schools
DEC launches interactive map of accessible recreation opportunities
By Arietta Hallock
Accessibility advisors based in the Adirondacks reflect on recent improvements and prioritize next steps
How a southern Adirondack small town is addressing food insecurity
By Arietta Hallock
In the town of Wells, accessible food programs support generations of residents, from the school bus to the senior center
The buzz on boat racing: Hague author preserves her town’s hidden history
By Arietta Hallock
In her new book release, Ginger Henry Kuenzel recounts the boat racing frenzy of a bygone era on Lake George.
Five Adirondack swimming holes to offer an oasis from soaring summer temperatures
By Arietta Hallock
When it feels too hot for a day of hiking, try beating the heat at one of these classic swimming holes.