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Forum explores future of tech innovation in the Adirondacks

By Tim Rowland

Tech leaders share insights as to how remote jobs can revitalize the Adirondack region

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Embracing remote work: How the Adirondacks are attracting a new workforce

By Tim Rowland

Meet some of the people drawn to the region and taking their jobs with them

How tech innovation is revitalizing Adirondack communities

By Tim Rowland

 Tech jobs create opportunities for remote workers and outdoor enthusiasts to live and work in the Adirondacks

Dak Bars are made in the Adirondacks

Adirondack entrepreneurs think big, work small

By Tim Rowland

Small businesses face challenges in getting capital, employees

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The Adirondack region’s ‘most promising jobs’

By Tim Rowland

Adirondack Foundation report highlights high-demand jobs for young professionals across the North Country

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Navigating the gig economy: Inside the lives of Adirondack workers

By Tim Rowland

Adirondackers' work ethic spotlighted through multi-job hustlers and self-employed entrepreneurs who are carving out a unique living

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Hochul administration to close two prisons including Great Meadow in Washington County

By Gwendolyn Craig

Washington County prison closure will involve relocating 480 inmates and finding new positions for 559 staff.

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Initiative aims to connect outgoing Fort Drum soldiers with North Country jobs

By Tim Rowland

$10M plan aims to keep 3,500+ veterans in the region to combat labor shortage

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Adirondack job outlook: Opportunities surge in health and hospitality—challenges remain amid worker shortages

By Tim Rowland

Adirondack Park's workforce vision involves balancing aging populations with youth-driven sustainability

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Help is on the way: Hamilton County workforce housing

By Tim Rowland

The Hamilton County IDA has funds from a previous land sale that it will put into building affordable housing for workers.

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