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Willard Hanmer’s Adirondack paddling legacy lives on

SARANAC LAKE — While canoes and kayaks are a common sight in lakes and rivers throughout the United States, guideboats stand apart as uniquely Adirondack. Their heritage is woven into the region’s history. On Sunday, the Willard Hanmer honored that tradition with one of the largest ...

Play ADK announces summer programming

SARANAC LAKE — Play ADK announced its full slate of free programming this summer, including expanded hours at The Clubhouse in downtown Saranac Lake and activities at community events in the Tri-Lakes area. - Clubhouse programming - The Clubhouse is Play ADK’s temporary outpost ...

‘Big Beautiful Bill’ endangers North Country health care

The spending bill that passed the House on Thursday contains large cuts to Medicaid, something that rural areas including the North Country are increasingly reliant on. While supporters of the bill argue the changes will strengthen Medicaid, the possible loss of revenue to local health systems ...

Hanmer route changes

SARANAC LAKE — The route for down-river races at the annual Willard Hanmer Guideboat and Canoe race Sunday has been changed due to low river levels. The down-river course finish line and picnic are typically held at the Saranac Lake Fish and Game Club, but because the water is so low, the ...