Suicides in Essex County are down, and a coalition of agencies think they may be making a difference. “The message is: suicide is preventable,” County Mental Health Director Steve Valley told the County Board of Supervisors recently. “Essex County has had a rate higher than … [Read more...] about Suicide Rate Drops Dramatically in Essex County (THE SUN)
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Illegal Dump Discovered at Essex County Fairgrounds (The Sun)
A ravine snakes its way behind the Essex County Fairgrounds, cutting through about 25 acres of dense forest. The parcel, located behind the horse rings, is mostly secluded, far beyond the watchful eye of government officials. For years, local residents have been dumping … [Read more...] about Illegal Dump Discovered at Essex County Fairgrounds (The Sun)
Write-in Candidate Wins Essex Town Council Seat (The Sun)
Schueller, LaForest win council seats; In supervisor race, Gardner cements victory over Boisen Once the dust settled, the race for two available seats on the Essex town council came down to a handful of votes, as elections in this rural pocket of the Adirondacks tend to … [Read more...] about Write-in Candidate Wins Essex Town Council Seat (The Sun)
Ed Gardner Sworn In
New Essex Supervisor, Ed Gardner, was sworn into office as a new member of the Essex County Board of Supervisors by County Clerk Joseph Provoncha on January 6. He was joined by his wife for the swearing in ceremony. Supervisor Gardner acknowledged the support he is receiving from … [Read more...] about Ed Gardner Sworn In