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Hiker airlifted from Mt. Marcy after frigid overnight

February 21, 2012 LAKE PLACID — Forest rangers this morning rescued a missing Saratoga Springs hiker from Mount Marcy, where he spent Monday night. Stephen Mastaitis, 58, of Saratoga Springs, was located at 8:31 a.. more »»

 
 
 
Town, village to consider amendments to land-use code

February 21, 2012 LAKE PLACID — Some local developers say the new Lake Placid-North Elba Land Use Code is too restrictive, something that could be addressed as local officials consider amendments to the law. more »»

Town of North Elba seeks dog control officer

February 21, 2012 LAKE PLACID — The town of North Elba is looking for a trusty dog control officer. more »»

Public input sought for comprehensive plan

February 21, 2012 LAKE PLACID — The Lake Placid-North Elba Community Development Board will host an orientation session this week for those interested in working on a new comprehensive plan. more »»

Globetrotters to visit Lake Placid (UPDATE)

February 19, 2012 Editor's Note: The Lake Placid News was just informed by a Harlem Globetrotters PR person on Monday afternoon that Paul “Tiny” Sturgess will not be part of the Lake Placid show. more »»

Bobsled, skeleton World Championships begin; continue history in Lake Placid

February 18, 2012 LAKE PLACID — “You won’t believe the sound and speed when you stand there and see the sleds coming by,” said John Morgan, former bobsled competitor and a current TV sports producer. more »»

Display at Mid’s Park to recognize bobsled/skeleton athletes

February 18, 2012 LAKE PLACID — In honor of the 2012 FIBT Bobsled and Skeleton World Championships coming to the area there will be a special display in Mid’s Park throughout the competition. more »»

Woman claims she was assaulted by police

February 16, 2012 LAKE PLACID — A 20-year-old woman says two officers with the Lake Placid Police Department assaulted her. A Feb. more »»

Keene town supervisor questioned about using town gas pump

February 15, 2012 KEENE — Approximately 16 people, almost four times more residents than usual, came out to the Keene Town Board meeting on Tuesday night prepared to ask questions and looking for some answers. more »»

Winter views and fun is par for this course

February 14, 2012 LAKE PLACID — Peaceful. more »»

Football fans had a Super time in Lake Placid rooting for their team

February 12, 2012 LAKE PLACID — New York Giants and New England Patriots fans alike converged at Wiseguys Sports Bar on Sunday night to watch and share all the highs and lows that Super Bowl XLVI had to offer. more »»

Horace Nye environmental review needed, with or without sale

February 12, 2012 ELIZABETHTOWN — There may not be consensus on whether Essex County should sell the Horace Nye Nursing Home, but officials say an environmental review of the facility is needed regardles. more »»

A ROYAL COURT: LPHS Winter Carnival a long-standing tradition

February 11, 2012 LAKE PLACID — In keeping with a nearly seven decade tradition, the Lake Placid High School will be celebrating its winter carnival this week, the theme being the Wild Wild West. more »»

Essex County to try again for 4% sales tax

February 11, 2012 ELIZABETHTOWN — It might feel like deja vu for some Essex County lawmakers. more »»

Senate bill would let towns set speed limits on own roads

February 11, 2012 ALBANY — The state Senate has approved a bill that would let towns set speed limits on their own roads, without having to petition the state Department of Transportation. more »»

DEC chief sees stream restoration progress

February 9, 2012 KEENE VALLEY — River and stream rehabilitation is under way here, but officials say a lot of work still remains to be done. more »»

Bubblers cause trouble on Lake Placid

February 8, 2012 LAKE PLACID — Carpenter Paul LaRose relies on snowmobiles to haul materials across Lake Placid to a water-access-only job site. This winter season, that has been a problem. more »»

ONE FOR THE BOOKS:Library in Upper Jay reopens after Irene damage

February 7, 2012 UPPER JAY — “It looks great.” “It looks fabulous.” “It’s come a long way. more »»

Essex Co. interested in flood recovery grants

February 7, 2012 ELIZABETHTOWN — Essex County might be eligible for a big dose of funding for flood mitigation projects as communities continue to rebuild from Tropical Storm Irene. more »»

 
 

 

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