News Archives From: August 19, 2008
 
 Today's Top Story

LP Conference Focuses on Childhood Obesity  The growing problem of childhood obesity was the topic Monday at a conference in Lake Placid hosted by Congresswoman Kirsten Gillibrand. Doctors, nutritionists, health care providers, teachers and summer camp directors were among those on hand to discuss the problem, its warning signs and ways to improve child nutrition and physical activity.  (click here for the full story)

 Local News
Lake Placid Invests in New Parking Meters

Essex County Considers Increase in Sales Tax

Man Gets Prison Term in Malone Stabbing Case
Police and Fire Report
 Regional News   

Forest Rangers, Firefighters Return from California