We want to make sure that you have access to safe local food. We know that you might not want to drive up to Plattsburgh (or anywhere out of Essex for that matter!) to get food. We are supporting Essex Farm Institute's initiative to get our local food into local mouths while … [Read more...] about Need Food? Buy Local!
Archives for March 2020
EFD Response to Overdue Windsurfer on Lake Champlain
The Essex NY Fire Department was activated for an overdue windsurfer on Lake Champlain late afternoon on Friday, March 20th. The windsurfer departed Essex from Sandy Point, a location approximately a 1/10 mile north of the ferry dock at approximately 8:00 AM. The EFD was … [Read more...] about EFD Response to Overdue Windsurfer on Lake Champlain
Petition Started to Get Ferry Re-Opened (THE SUN)
An online petition has been started to try and get the Lake Champlain Transportation Company to re-open ferry service between Essex and Charlotte, Vt. The petition, found on Change.org and started by Essex town supervisor Kenneth Hughes, has received 302 of the 500 requested … [Read more...] about Petition Started to Get Ferry Re-Opened (THE SUN)
Clean Up; Green Up Essex Roads!
Clean Up Green Up All Essex Roads Starting Today! Early Earth Day 50th Anniversary Celebration is On! Trash bags available from Essex Town Hall and HUB and Whallonsburg Grange Hall steps. Let's all work together and clean up all the ditches and roadsides so we can see the … [Read more...] about Clean Up; Green Up Essex Roads!
The Wild Center Unveils New Youth Climate Toolkit
The Wild Center has launched a new Youth Climate Program webpage and toolkit to support the increased interest in youth-led action and assist with planning and executing Youth Climate Summits around the globe. These Summits are conference-style events that provide opportunities … [Read more...] about The Wild Center Unveils New Youth Climate Toolkit