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Hiking and Ski Trail Connects Mt Pisgah with Old Lake Colby Road

Hiking and Ski Trail Connects Mt Pisgah with Old Lake Colby Road

The Village of Saranac Lake secures easements from Mt. Pisgah to Old Lake Colby Road. easments, representing phase one of a plan to introduce a connector for use by cross-country skiers, hikers and mountain bikers between Mt Pisgah and Dewey Mountain. Saranac Lake Mayor Clyde Rabideau says The first easement was granted by James...
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Blue Seed Studios Presents another Live at BluStage Concert Tomorrow

Blue Seed Studios Presents another Live at BluStage Concert Tomorrow

The BlueSeed Studios “Live at BluStage” Concert Series presents the International Guitar Duo of Loren Barrigar & Mark Mazengarb. Saturday, November 17th – 7:30pm at Blue Seed Studios, 24 Cedar Street, Saranac Lake
. Tickets: $14.00/$12.00 BluSeed Members “Fresh and exciting… these guys ROCK!”   - Tommy Emmanuel, Guitar Virtuoso For Tickets call 518-891-3799 or email art@bluseedstudios.org. BluSeed Studios is a member...
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Lake Placid Library Showcases Carl Rubino

Lake Placid Library Showcases Carl Rubino

“How I see the Adirondacks,” is the theme by fine arts photographer Carl Rubino in his upcoming show at the Lake Placid Public Library.  All are invited to a free reception for the opening from 5 to 7 p.m., Friday, November 16. The exhibit will encompass the past five years of Rubino’s work which...
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Federal Court Case Lands in Plattsburgh

Federal Court Case Lands in Plattsburgh

U.S. District Court Judge Glenn T. Suddaby Brings the Douglas civil Rights Lawsuit to Plattsburgh. The Douglas lawsuit calls into question the practices and conduct of the APA, the Adirondack Council, and names several individuals representing these organizations as co-defendants. Matthew Norfolk is representing Mr Douglas. He says the issues should be heard and...
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Saranac Lake Receives Updated Comprehensive Plan Draft

Saranac Lake Receives Updated Comprehensive Plan Draft

A new Comprehensive vision for the future of Saranac Lake is presented to the board at their regular meeting on Tuesday Night.. The Document is intended to outline research, and input from the community to highlight future goals and objectives.. The Village of Saranac Lake represents a unique blend of heritage, setting and most...
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WNBZ On the Air – In Depth – Reviewing The Town of North Elba Park District

WNBZ On the Air – In Depth – Reviewing The Town of North Elba Park District

North Elba’s Park District is a unique entity in the State of New York and represents more than half of the Town of North Elba’s 2013 budget. WNBZ looks at this in depth today as we continue our review of the North Elba Budget approved by the board following Tuesday’s Budget Hearings.. AUDIO –...
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Joy to the Children Thanks Nadine Duhaime for 26 years of Service

Joy to the Children Thanks Nadine Duhaime for 26 years of Service

The Lake Placid Center for the Arts invites everyone to usher in the holidays and celebrate the season of giving at the 26th Annual Joy to the Children Benefit.  This gala event co-chaired by Erin Perkins and Sharon Wood will be held at the Mirror Lake Inn on Thursday, December 6 from 6-9pm.  Tickets...
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A Focus on Biking in the Adirondacks – and the Saranac Lake Wild Forest Management Plan

A Focus on Biking in the Adirondacks – and the Saranac Lake Wild Forest Management Plan

The Village of Saranac Lake is calling on the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and Adirondack Park Agency (APA) to swiftly approve  a draft unit management plan (UMP) for the Saranac Lake Wild Forest to include many added trails for mountain biking and hiking.   Community Development Director Jeremy Evans says there are lot...
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North Elba Finalizes 2013 Budget

North Elba Finalizes 2013 Budget

The Town of North Elba approved the proposed 2013 Budget on Tuesday night and WNBZ begins a week-long review of the specifics.. Today, we’re focusing on the General Fund balances, Cathy Gregory is the Town’s Budget Officer She presented the finalized 2013 proposed budget to the board during a Public Hearing Tuesday Evening. AUDIO...
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Village of Saranac Lake Considers Skateboarding Park Options

Village of Saranac Lake Considers Skateboarding Park Options

The Village of Saranac Lake Tables a resolution proposing to place the recently donated Skateboard Park Equipment on the tennis court in Ampersand Park. Village Residents who are neighbors of the park are in attendance at the meeting along with other community members who have come out for the discussion have filled the meeting...
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Cuomo Launches New Commission to Study Utilities Storm Preparation and Management

Cuomo Launches New Commission to Study Utilities Storm Preparation and Management

 RECOMMEND REFORMS TO OVERHAUL REGULATION OF ENTIRE SYSTEM TO BETTER DEAL WITH EMERGENCIES Commission to Investigate Companies’ Preparedness and Make Recommendations to Improve Future Response to Major Weather Incidents Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today signed an Executive Order to establish a commission under the Moreland Act that will investigate the response, preparation, and management...
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SUNY Plattsburgh Students Raising Funds for Hurricane Sandy Relief

SUNY Plattsburgh Students Raising Funds for Hurricane Sandy Relief

SUNY Plattsburgh students are joining forces to raise funds for the American Red Cross Hurricane Sandy relief effort.  Organizations, individual students, sororities and fraternities have staged coin drives in the residence halls, are hosting tabling events at the Angell College Center and Champlain Centre Mall and will be engaging in other efforts in the...
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Wild Center Hosts Adirondack Youth Climate Summit

Wild Center Hosts Adirondack Youth Climate Summit

The Wild Center Fourth Adirondack Youth Climate Summit November 14th & November 15th, 2012 New at the fourth Adirondack Youth Climate Summit! Plenary session and workshop by the Alliance for Climate Education (ACE), a national nonprofit dedicated to educating America’s high school students about the science behind climate change and inspiring them to do something...
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Supper on Sandy – Dining for Disaster Releif – Nov 14th

Supper on Sandy – Dining for Disaster Releif – Nov 14th

North Country Restaurants Host   “Supper On Sandy: Dinning For Disaster Relief” on Nov. 14  MORRISONVILLE, NY (Nov. 9, 2012) – North Country residents are encouraged to take the night off from cooking on Wednesday, November 14, 2012, from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. and have “Supper on Sandy.” Ten restaurants spread across Clinton,...
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St Joe’s is Homeward Bound for Veterans in the Adirondacks

St Joe’s is Homeward Bound for Veterans in the Adirondacks

A New Homeward Bound Office Opens in Saranac Lake. Jordanna Mallach is Program Coordinator for Homeward Bound Adirondacks. Part of their obligation is to be out in the community and you may see them at community events speaking about their work especially now that they’ve opened their new facility on Helen Hill and unless they’re...
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Mercy Care for the Adirondacks Commissions 18 new Parish Nurses

Mercy Care for the Adirondacks Commissions 18 new Parish Nurses

In a Dedication Ceremony held at the Sisters of St. Joseph in Watertown on November 3, 2012, Bishop Terry LaValley commissioned 18 Parish Nurses who had completed the “Foundations in Faith Community Nursing Workshop” offered by Mercy Care for the Adirondacks. Bishop LaValley remarked: “Parish Nurses are treasured ministers in our parishes that are...
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Lake Placid Ambulance Service says Thank You

Lake Placid Ambulance Service says Thank You

At Thanksgiving time, the Lake Placid Volunteer Ambulance Service expresses appreciation to the community for their support during 2012. It’s been a busy and exciting year. First, gratitude is extended to the volunteer members and paid staff, who have responded to more than 1250 calls so far this year. This pace is 4-5 per...
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NYS Counties Renew Call to Fix Preschool Special Education

NYS Counties Renew Call to Fix Preschool Special Education

 We can do better for our kids and our taxpayers.  That’s the message out of the New York State Association of Counties this week in a report recommending specific reforms to New York’s Preschool Special Education Program. The report, titled “Roadmap to Mandate Relief: Improving Preschool Special Education,” details changes the State government can make...
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NY Governor Cuomo Thanks Veterans

NY Governor Cuomo Thanks Veterans

A Veteran’s Day Salute to our Troops from Governor Andrew Cuomo; “On this day and every Veterans Day, we honor the men and women of our nation’s Armed Forces who for generations have answered the call of duty to preserve the freedom we as Americans cherish today. In times of war and peace, our...
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A New Facebook for “Team Saranac Lake”

A New Facebook for “Team Saranac Lake”

Saranac Lake Mayor Clyde Rabideau and Trustee Paul Van Cott today announced the launch of a new Facebook page called, “Team Saranac Lake,” to spur public dialogue of current issues. Trustee Paul Van Cott says they’re looking to reach more Saranac Lakers, keep them informed, and find out what is on their minds,”  Van...
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Forrest “Dew Drop” Morgan Passes Away at 90

Forrest “Dew Drop” Morgan Passes Away at 90

Forrest “Dew Drop” Morgan, age 90, of Saranac Lake, died Saturday, November 10, 2012 at AMC-Uihlein Mercy Center in Lake Placid. Born in Saranac Lake, New York on August 16, 1922, he was the son of Wilbur and Anna (Leonard) Morgan. Dew attended St. Bernard’s School, Saranac Lake Central Schools and Tilton Prep School...
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USA Mens Four Man Bobsleds finish 2-3 in World Cup Season Opener

USA Mens Four Man Bobsleds finish 2-3 in World Cup Season Opener

LAKE PLACID, N.Y. (Nov. 10, 2012)- The U.S. men’s team continued their medal streak by finishing 2-3 in today’s four-man bobsled event at Mount Van Hoevenberg. Reigning World Champions Steven Holcomb (Park City, Utah), Steve Langton (Melrose, Mass.), Justin Olsen (San Antonio, Texas) and Curt Tomasevicz (Shelby, Neb.) teamed together in the BMW Night...
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Hypnotist to perform at NCCC Saranac Lake Wednesday

Hypnotist to perform at NCCC Saranac Lake Wednesday

Brad Clark, a hypnotist, will be holding performances and seminars this month at North Country Community College’s three campuses. Clark uses hypnotism to entertain and to motivate. His shows blend comedy with motivational messages he describes as “believe and achieve.” “If you can conceive it in your mind and believe it in your heart...
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BBB offers Tips for Donating

BBB offers Tips for Donating

In the wake of Hurricane Sandy threatening the northeastern regions of the U.S., BBB Wise Giving Alliance offers the following tips to help donors decide where to direct donations to assist hurricane victims: Be cautious when giving online. Be cautious about online giving, especially in response to unsolicitedspam messages, and emails and social media posts that claim...
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ORDA Winter Job Fair – Set for this Wednesday

ORDA Winter Job Fair – Set for this Wednesday

ORDA Job Fair for Winter Season Employment, Wednesday, Nov. 14 Full and Part-Time Positions Available  LAKE PLACID, N.Y. — The New York State Olympic Regional Development Authority (ORDA) and Centerplate Food Service will host a job fair at the Whiteface Mountain Base Lodge, Wednesday, Nov. 14, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Both full-time and part-time positions...
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Congressman Bill Owens Weighs in on Veterans Day

Congressman Bill Owens Weighs in on Veterans Day

Congressman Bill Owens issued the following statement for  Veterans Day. “From the greatest generation to the men and women who fought in Iraq and Afghanistan, we have a lot of heroes to thank today,” said Congressman Owens.  “We can best honor America’s veterans by ensuring they receive the benefits they have earned, whether that’s...
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November 11th – Veteran’s Day

November 11th – Veteran’s Day

World War I – known at the time as “The Great War” – officially ended when the Treaty of Versailles was signed on June 28, 1919, in the Palace of Versailles outside the town of Versailles, France. However, fighting ceased seven months earlier when an armistice, or temporary cessation of hostilities, between the Allied...
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Don’t Miss this Veteran’s Benefit

Don’t Miss this Veteran’s Benefit

Service members may be missing valuable student loan benefits resulting in higher loan costs Like many Americans, active-duty military men and women are carrying significant student loan debt. The New York State Higher Education Services Corporation (HESC), the State’s student financial aid agency that helps people pay for college, reminds men and women serving...
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Adirondack Health welcomes chief officer to lead senior services

Adirondack Health welcomes chief officer to lead senior services

  SARANAC LAKE – Marc Walker, a skilled and compassionate leader, has joined the Adirondack Health leadership team to implement a new vision for the Uihlein Living Center campus.   Marc has hit the ground running as the Chief Senior Services Officer, a new title that more accurately reflects Adirondack Health’s mission and vision to...
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CSEA Supports Disaster Relief

CSEA Supports Disaster Relief

CSEA supports Red Cross disaster relief efforts  ALBANY, NY (Nov. 9, 2012) CSEA has donated $5,000 to the American Red Cross (ARC) for its disaster relief efforts following Superstorm Sandy.  Gary Striar CEO of ARCNENY was presented the check on behalf of CSEA by Stephen Madarasz, CSEA Director of Communications, who also serves on...
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