New life for zombie houses: Essex County Land Bank fully up and running
Organization grows from single condemned property to seven homes
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Communities networks emerge as ICE enforcement intensifies
By Tim Rowland
Local volunteers coordinate legal aid and emergency response amid heightened immigration enforcement
Dewey Mountain meets the mix in Saranac Lake
A free, all-day electronic music show at Dewey Mountain in Saranac Lake offers DJ sets and a range of all-age activities on Aug. 2 from 1-9 p.m.
Rural healthcare program promises relief, Adirondack hospitals wary of Medicaid cuts
About 215,000 people — 28% of the population — in New York’s 21st Congressional District, which includes the Adirondack Park, receive Medicaid, according to a report by the Healthcare Coalition of the North Country.
‘North of Albany doesn’t matter’: Local officials frustrated as towns shrink
By Times Union
Times Union research found that many communities across New York, especially upstate, are still experiencing serious population loss.
Scientists converge on remote preserve for climate research
Scientists and students gather each summer at the remote Shingle Shanty Preserve and Research Station to study birds, bogs and black spruce.
Tupper Lake’s synagogue marks 120 years of community
By Aurora Pfaff
Temple Beth Joseph celebrates milestone in Adirondack history with an event on July 13
LGBTQ activist resigns from nonprofit she co-founded after nearly 10 years as leader
Executive director Kelly Metzgar steps down following an internal board conflict over Tri-Lakes Pride event
Students uncover Colonial era secrets at Crown Point Historic Site
By Tom French
Lost French fort treasures unearthed at Adirondack historical site
Historic Adirondack property gets permanent protection from development
By Tim Rowland
Adirondack Land Trust, Paul Smith's College enter $4.1M easement agreement to protect 2,800 acres