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Exploring Black history in the Adirondacks
Black history: from abolitionists to historic settlements, discover their resiliency and persistence in shaping the region's legacy.
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Capital region attorney died Saturday at Gore Mountain
Kevin Colwell, the founder and CEO of the Colwell Law Group in the Capital Region, was killed in a skiing incident this weekend.
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How do Stewart’s ice cream flavors get their names?
Stewart’s rebrands Brownie Cookie Sundae as ‘Wolf Tracks’ to honor Albany’s FireWolves lacrosse team
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First Brother: A secluded summit in Brant Lake
Perfect for experienced hikers, this winter adventure to First Brother near Brant Lake features bushwhacking through Adirondack wilderness
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Underwater discoveries: Shipwrecks, cultural resources revealed in Lake Champlain
5 takeaways from Lake Champlain Maritime Museum’s annual archeology conference
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Impact of proposed tariffs: North Country businesses brace for uncertainty
Clinton County officials express concerns in tariffs, highlighting the uncertainty affecting local businesses and the regional economy.
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Exploring 2 of the Adirondacks’ best multi-pitch ice climbs
Phil Brown tackles two classic multi-pitch ice climbing routes – Multiplication Gully and Roaring Brook Falls.
From Lake Placid superintendent to regent: Roger Catania’s commitment to rural education
He's on a mission to enhance educational opportunities in rural New York schools
Two separate fatalities reported this week in the Adirondacks
From NYS Department of Environmental Conservation's weekly forest ranger report. Two unrelated deaths occurred in the park this week.
Democrats debate delaying special election for Elise Stefanik’s Congressional seat
Stefanik reflects on a decade of service amidst political transition in NY-21
Will new state wetlands regulations impact the Adirondacks?
The Department of Environmental Conservation adopted new wetlands protections for outside the Blue Line. It's not clear if the Adirondack Park Agency will do the same.
Snowmobiler dies after Adirondack Rail Trail crash
A New Jersey snowmobiler died Saturday after an accident on the Adirondack Rail Trail in the town of Harrietstown.
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First Brother: A secluded summit in Brant Lake
Perfect for experienced hikers, this winter adventure to First Brother near Brant Lake features bushwhacking through Adirondack wilderness
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Five cross-country ski trails to try this weekend
From scenic trails to expert-level routes, these six trails are perfect spots for your next winter weekend adventure.
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Exploring 2 of the Adirondacks’ best multi-pitch ice climbs
Phil Brown tackles two classic multi-pitch ice climbing routes – Multiplication Gully and Roaring Brook Falls.
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Technology in the backcountry
Using a global positioning system receiver – GPSR – makes it easier to get back safely