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World-Renowned Alexander String Quartet Performs in Saranac on October 2

The Alexander String Quartet has performed in the major music capitals of five continents, securing its standing among the world’s premier ensembles and a major artistic presence in its home base of San Francisco, serving since 1989 as Ensemble-in-Residence of San Francisco Performances and Directors of The Morrison Chamber Music Center Instructional Program at San […]

DEC announces annual Arbor Day poster contest

Poster will be used to promote the value of trees in our environment and in ourselves Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Babbie Museum wins BEST IN SHOW AWARD

Congratulations to the Babbie Rural and Farm Learning Museum for winning the BEST IN SHOW AWARD in the 2022 Applefest Parade.

2022 St Augustine’s 44th Annual Applefest Parade put to music

Photos by Jim Falvo supplemented with a few taken from the east side of Main Street by John Ryan

It’s official: Magical ice castles are coming back to the Adirondacks this winter

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New YouTube Series focuses on Environmental Concerns

ADK 2030 is a new YouTube series by Mountain Lake PBS exploring people of all walks of life who are taking action to help preserve and protect the Adirondacks. Click here for the Mountain Lake PBS story 

LCBP Hosting Patrick Leahy Photo Contest

Grand Isle, VT – In recognition of Senator Patrick Leahy’s long-standing commitment to Lake Champlain and to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Clean Water Act, the LCBP is holding the Patrick Leahy Lake Champlain Basin Photo Contest. The LCBP will accept photo submissions in four categories that correspond to the four management goals of […]

New gun laws raise concern for Battle of Plattsburgh reenactments

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Elton John’s first Syracuse show was 52 years ago; he was billed last for a concert that cost $3.50

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The crowds, the food, the weather and the Wobble: 9 takeaways from the 2022 NY State Fair

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Turning Stone Resort Casino plans biggest expansion since it opened

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Bonus Heyworth Mason Park concert; this Sunday 5 to 7 p.m.

  A bonus See 3 Band concert next Sunday, Sept. 4, from 5 to 7 pm (earlier than usual due to darkness).  The band canceled a previous concert due to a family illness.   

Paul Meyers “World on a String” Jazz Trio: Labor Day at Weatherwatch Farm

Paul Meyers is one of the most admired jazz guitarists active today. His classical guitar artistry finds him equally at home performing musical styles ranging from Bossa Nova to Be-Bop to Bartok – all played with impeccable technique and true passion. His fluid style and lyricism as both virtuoso guitarist-improviser and composer-arranger have won him […]

Concerns and community outcry complicate the Crete’s fate

Community and officials rally in hope of saving the long-neglected community staple Click here for the Sun Community News story

Champlain Valley Fair 2022: Everything you need to plan your trip

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New York State Fair opening day attendance rebounds from Covid slowdown

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Assemblyman Billy Jones and Speaker Heastie announce $1.3 million in funding for Plattsburgh YMCA

Photo Caption: Assemblyman Billy Jones, Speaker Carl Heastie, CEO and President of the Plattsburgh YMCA Justin Ihne, and board members and staff of the Plattsburgh YMCA This morning Assemblyman Jones joined New York State Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie to announce an investment of $1.3 million for the Plattsburgh YMCA’s new facility at the former CVPH […]

State Fair opens Wednesday; here’s the latest news

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Regal Cinemas owner considers bankruptcy as movie theater struggles continue

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Champlain Valley Fair 2022: Everything you need to plan your trip

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Local teen leaves lasting artistic legacy

Months of planning brings village’s first mural symbolic of its new beginnings Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Get ready to have a “Fair to Middlin’ good time” at these Country – Western events happening in Montreal this August!

A few events have already happened, but there are many more to come Click here for the Mountain Lake PBS story 

Facing $3 million deficit, SUNY Potsdam weighs cuts to majors amidst leadership transitions

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Essex Co. Fair celebrates agriculture, community, tradition

Admission is $10 per person and includes rides, animal shows, face painting, exhibits, parking and more Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Manouche Jazz, Brazilian Choros and American Folk by the Will Patton Ensemble

The Will Patton Ensemble famously serves up “an astoundingly rich musical stew flavored with jazz, choro, folk, and other influences…. a unique blend of musicality, passion and respect sets this band apart as a special experience.” So says Mandolin Magazine, and here is the recipe: Combine a jazz/choro mandolinist with a symphony violinist who plays […]