To the editor: At the recent Democratic caucus, the nominated candidates spoke about the need for a change in how the village board governs: clearer communication, greater transparency, collaboration and a willingness to consider alternatives. These are essential to delivering critical ...
To the editor: On Dec. 4, I emailed Saranac Lake Mayor Williams and the Board of Trustees requesting clarification on information on the village’s website regarding the proposed public safety building. I was referring to a section of questions submitted by the public two years ago and ...
In 1982, I stood outside the dressage arena at the Franklin County Fair in Malone, New York. Groomed and braided, Holly the horse and I baked in the oppressive heat and swirling dust of Adirondack August. Stuffed in a stiff polyester jacket, I yanked at my stock tie, a complicated noose-like ...
I have always favored win-win solutions to problems. It’s more work, but the results are usually worth it if neither side feels like a loser. Unfortunately, America is in such a profoundly desperate moment right now that there is little room for politeness. Indeed, there is nothing polite ...
To the editor: February is National Cancer Prevention Month and a great opportunity to learn more about how to reduce your risk for cancer or even prevent it. Research shows that up to half of cancer cases and about half of cancer deaths could be prevented by getting screened for certain ...