By Paul Post Larger than life-size color action photos, antique winter sports equipment and dozens of early black-and-white images, all accompanied by detailed text tell the story of Lake Placid’s nearly century-old place in Olympic Winter Games … [Read more...] about Olympic museum gets an upgrade
Lake Placid ready to show off its Olympic village
Organizers make final preparations for World University Games By Jeff Platsky Forty-three years after the Olympic flame was extinguished in an unconventional closing ceremony, a new collection of international athletes will compete throughout … [Read more...] about Lake Placid ready to show off its Olympic village
Timber framer is preserving Adirondack history, one barn at a time
By Eric Teed A potter and woodworker, Jack Van Wie, 26, possesses hands for building things. That’s why he was drawn to New Russia and fixing a barn linked to a historic family. Erin Tobin, executive director for Adirondack Architectural … [Read more...] about Timber framer is preserving Adirondack history, one barn at a time
Hiking in ‘another world’
Taking a storied trek in remote Hamilton County's lake country By Chris Hunter The trail to Bennett, Middle and Murphy lakes is among the closest Adirondack trails to the State Capitol. This moderate hike along an old logging road passes all … [Read more...] about Hiking in ‘another world’
A walk through Ticonderoga’s past
LaChute River trail provides scenic stroll By Richard Figiel Two centuries ago the pristine water of Lake George, at its northern end, tipped over a rock ledge into a thrilling Adirondacks sight. French trappers called it Riviere LaChute: a … [Read more...] about A walk through Ticonderoga’s past
Breaking down Stefanik’s low marks on environmental issues
Congresswoman takes hits in League of Conservation Voters scorecard By E.J. Conzola II The 2021 legislative session marked U.S. Rep. Elise Stefanik’s lowest rating from the League of Conservation Voters since 2015, ending a trend of … [Read more...] about Breaking down Stefanik’s low marks on environmental issues