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Paddling in his wake, through Adirondack waters

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A tribute to Don Morris, paddling legend, devoted father

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Uncovering golf’s rich history in the Adirondack Mountains

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Golf courses provide views, jobs and four-season workouts

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New York’s Climate Change Superfund Act on Trump’s hit list

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“There’s no legal basis for what they’re trying to do,” said one legal expert.

State funding falls short for St. Regis Mohawk school’s reconstruction efforts​

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Governor Hochul’s budget leaves the St. Regis Mohawk School with far less than the $110 million needed for a new building.

Trump freeze leaves some Northern New York farms in limbo

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$560,000 grant to the Adirondack North Country Association (ANCA) is among $186M in conservation payments being withheld

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David and Claudia Weber’s love of the Adirondacks and appreciation for insightful reporting resulted in a special gift this year

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Join them in supporting the Adirondack Explorer's Endowment fund

The author completes a pitch on remote Pharaoh Mountain. Photo provided by Alan Wechsler

Exploring the Adirondacks’ less-traveled ice climbing routes

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Ice climbing adventures beyond the High Peaks - exploring remote and lesser-known routes across the Adirondacks.

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What’s next for popular North Creek restaurant Basil & Wick’s?

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Community mainstay to close at the end of March, as owner announces she is retiring

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A winter expedition in the High Peaks Wilderness

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Student-planned and executed trip involved a trek up Mt. Marcy

Roger Catania visits Newcomb Central School students.

From Lake Placid superintendent to regent: Roger Catania’s commitment to rural education

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He's on a mission to enhance educational opportunities in rural New York schools

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