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Letters to the editor

Two outs and no bench

To the editor: During a recent “60 Minutes” television interview, Georgia Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene, who has been critical of Trump for not focusing on domestic issues, stated: “I watched many of my colleagues go from making fun of him, making fun of how he talks ... to when ...

What kind of leader do we need?

To the editor: The atmosphere at village board meetings reflects the quality of leadership guiding them. When leadership unites, collaboration emerges. When it divides, momentum collapses. Think about pushing a child on a swing. To add energy, you must be in sync with the swing’s ...

Working together is paramount in 2026

To the editor: I am writing as a lifelong Saranac Lake native and as someone whose family has called this community home for generations. I feel compelled to speak up after watching recent board meetings and seeing what I believe to be a continued pattern of unproductive behavior that has ...

Golden holiday celebration a grand success

To the editor: The Saranac Lake Adult Center Board would like to thank the community for making our Golden Holiday Celebration on Dec. 13 a grand success. Frankie and The Moonlighters entertained with hits from the 50s and 60s as guests danced between shimmering, golden trees. The ...

Village of Saranac Lake short-term rentals laws

To the editor: The following is an excerpt from my Dec. 19 letter to the village board: I write to provide personal feedback and pose a few questions regarding my recent experience with short-term rentals in the village of Saranac Lake. On Dec. 17, a Short-Term Rental Permit was ...

Grateful for Dr. Atkinson

To the editor: My father, at 85 years old, passed away at the Adirondack Health hospital from pneumonia and other complications on Dec. 22. I was present with him for most of the 30 hours of his stay. There are not sufficient words to express my gratitude to Dr. Atkinson for his ...