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Adirondack Innovation Initiative seeks tech solution to rural economic challenges amid AI revolution

By Tim Rowland

Remote worker network grows from 15 to 300 members as automation reshapes industry

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Tupper Lake’s transformation

By James Odato

New Big Tupper owner set to acquire longtime tavern, amid other projects in motion in the village

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Local leaders sound alarm on Medicaid cuts affecting property taxes

By Tim Rowland

Federal Medicaid changes may raise property taxes and cut local services

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Adirondack homeowners face triple threat: high cost of repairs, contractor shortage, risk of flood damage

By Tim Rowland

Advocates look for ways to help low-income residents with needed home improvements

As part of the micro-credential pilot program in 2021, Adirondack Mountain Club staff created a "fishbone" diagram where they identified ways to make the organization's spaces more welcoming. Photo courtesy Adirondack Diversity Initiative.

Nonprofit launches inclusivity training for North Country businesses

By David Escobar

Online micro-credential course touts the economic benefits of building diversity, equity and inclusion practices into local businesses.

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Empty beds in Adirondack hotels: The downside of tourism projects

By James Odato

How millions in state funds are resulting in hotel excess in Essex County

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Moriah community: Moriah Shock is more than a prison

By Tim Rowland

Closure of Moriah Shock opposed by inmates and community alike

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In Old Forge, local issues attract new level of would-be elected officials

By Jamie Organski

Housing, health care, economy top of mind for full slate of Town of Webb candidates

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