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Hochul warns of ‘dangerous’ federal cuts to North Country 

By Mike Lynch

Governor Kathy Hochul stopped in Saranac Lake to speak at the Harrietstown Town Hall against federal policies.

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Dark skies beckon: Night events see surge in popularity

By Holly Riddle

Stargazing, night paddles, photography workshops and other activities provide after-dark outings

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Webb board relaxes Old Forge Pond boat parking rules, increases fines

By Jamie Organski

New law allows limited overnight boating in summer months

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Adirondack tourism officials try to lure back Canadian visitors

By Tim Rowland

As Canadian tourism to the US plummets due to politics, local officials are fighting back with a message of love and friendship

The waters of Lake George are seen from Shepard’s Park Beach on Wednesday in Lake George.

Lake George businesses brace for summer tourism slump

By Times Union

Even if visitors come, will there be enough workers to staff seasonal businesses?

New York grapples with economic fallout from U.S.-Canada tariff dispute

By Times Union

North Country Chamber leader Garry Douglas looks ahead to rebuilding economic ties and restoring cross-border cooperation with Canadians.

Adirondack tourism saw solid gains in 2024 but outlook for summer remains hazy

By Tim Rowland

Visitation spiked in 2nd half of 2024, but questions remain on how 2025 will play out

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How US-Canada political tensions are impacting Adirondack tourism

By Tim Rowland

Canadian travel cancellations start adding up to economic loss for Adirondack businesses

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Warren County maps vision for expanded tourism

By Mike Lynch

New plan aims to maximize economic potential of recreation assets

inmates at moriah shock

Adirondacks’ post-1970s economic shift: The rise of tourism, prisons

By Tim Rowland

Following a decline of industry, prisons were seen as an economic driver in the Adirondacks. Now tourism is taking its place.

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