Frontier Town, once a western-styled theme park, was shuttered 20 years ago, but Gov. Andrew Cuomo has planned it as a beachhead for tourists interested in exploring the southern rim of the High Peaks. If all goes as planned, it will be a boon for North Hudson, a town small on … [Read more...] about Frontier Town Campground Ready for Business (THE SUN)
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Essex County Eyes Completion of Emergency Communication System (THE SUN)
"Emergency communication needs assessment began in Essex County with a brief study in 2001, before Sept. 11. The county was working then with a radio system built in the 1950s. By 2008, a lengthy and detailed Final Needs Analysis Report was provided to Emergency Services … [Read more...] about Essex County Eyes Completion of Emergency Communication System (THE SUN)
Essex Awards $158K Bid for Renovations at Town Hall (THE SUN)
The Town Council here has awarded a bid to renovate the second floor of the Town Hall, a property historically known as Wright’s Inn. Essex Supervisor Ron Jackson said the council’s resolution awarded the contract to Dow Electric, of Malone, for $157,989. “We passed three … [Read more...] about Essex Awards $158K Bid for Renovations at Town Hall (THE SUN)
Whallonsburg Grange Buys Whitcomb Garage, Looks to Expand (THE SUN)
"The iconic garage and workshop property across from the Whallonsburg Grange is now part of the grange complex. Positioned across from the barn red grange hall on Route 22, Whitcomb’s Garage was owned for decades by Clarence “Narni” Whitcomb, of Whallonsburg, who sold cars and … [Read more...] about Whallonsburg Grange Buys Whitcomb Garage, Looks to Expand (THE SUN)
Empire State Trail Will Bring Prosperity to Adirondacks (THE SUN)
The Empire State Trail will happen and be in place in 2020. That’s a fact. The issue is what route it will take. Will it be entirely on state roads that have more traffic, or will some of it get off the beaten track and onto local roads where bikers can enjoy more relaxing rides … [Read more...] about Empire State Trail Will Bring Prosperity to Adirondacks (THE SUN)