Two events this month bringing women to the forefront are National Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day. This year’s theme for Women’s History Month is “Women who advocate for equity, diversity, and inclusion,” while International Women’s Day’s theme is “Invest ...

I understand that in a family, we all take on specific roles. My husband will remove the garbage while I balance items in an overflowing bin rather than trek the full trash bag outside. My unassigned responsibility is refilling and replenishing: It can be hand soap, toilet paper, paper towels ...

With a solid 30-day streak of gray skies, even getting outside hasn’t satisfied my craving for the sun. Thankfully, I am fortunate that I don’t suffer from any seasonal depression. Living in the North Country is lovely, but access to blue skies can lighten anyone’s mood. We all need to ...

I want to blame social media for all our woes because it’s easy to do. It isolates us, sets unrealistic expectations and generates insecurity and jealousy. Even if social media is a breeding ground for all those things, we must be aware of how we and our families interact on and off various ...

I never take my or my family’s ability to read and write for granted. Escaping into a book has allowed me to travel the world without leaving my home, take me on voyages, and introduce me to global leaders through their own words. Reading isn’t just about escaping into another world. It’s ...

There is much to be said about finding a sense of place, the emotional bond and attachment to a particular environment or location. Finding meaningful connections through family, friends, or community is challenging. I am always in awe of how Saranac Lake’s Winter Carnival pulls people ...