I need to preface this article by assuring readers that, contrary to what many people are saying, New York state is not considering passing legislation that would prohibit burning wood or woody biomass products (pellets, scrap wood, sawmill and forest residues) at this time. There is a ...

Cucumbers are a part of any summer vegetable garden. And from salads and dips to sandwiches and smoothies, crunchy, refreshing, water-rich cucumbers are an indispensable part of any summer diet as well. I suppose much the same can be said for zucchinis. And, given their similar ...

It’s the time of year when North Country homeowners and renters start to think about, and prepare, for the upcoming heating season. The price of heating oil, propane and natural gas all reached record highs earlier this year. And what we’ll be paying for those fuels during the winter is ...

The 172nd annual Franklin County Fair kicked off on Sunday, Aug. 7, with poultry judging, horses in place, Holstein and red and white cattle in place, and a demolition derby. It will conclude on Sunday, Aug. 14, with an open beef show and tractor pulls. You can still take a spin on the ...

Invasive species are plants, animals, fungi or microorganisms that spread rapidly and cause harm to other species. They are introduced species that can thrive in areas beyond their natural range of dispersal. Characteristically, invasive plant species are adaptable, aggressive and usually ...

Throughout most of the 20th century, our local communities were thriving. We had sawmills, gristmills, fruit and vegetable farms, butcher shops (with butchers that may have known or raised the animals), dairies (many offering local delivery) and bakeries. Much of the food (and many other items) ...