For their work in preparing students for post-secondary education, five North Country GEAR UP schools have been recognized as Schools of Distinction by CFES Brilliant Pathways, a nonprofit that helps underserved young people realize college and career opportunities. “This is a … [Read more...] about Five North Country GEAR UP Schools Earn CFES ‘School of Distinction’ Honors
Archives for March 2024
The Howl Story Slam Returns for Its 8th Season
The Adirondack Center for Writing (ACW) and North Country Public Radio (NCPR) have announced the first five Howl Story Slams of the 2024 season. The first event is set for Wednesday, Mar. 27, at 7 p.m. at Olive Ridley’s in Plattsburgh, NY. Additional story slams are scheduled … [Read more...] about The Howl Story Slam Returns for Its 8th Season
Cigar Smoking Carries Health Risks
Often, when it comes to the risks of tobacco use, The Heart Network and its tobacco control and cessation partners here in the North Country focus on cigarettes and vaping. It is important, however, to call out the dangers of smoking cigars. According to the Centers for … [Read more...] about Cigar Smoking Carries Health Risks
Announcing John Sasso’s History and Legends of the Northern Adirondacks, Volume 1
History and Legends of the Northern Adirondacks, Volume 1 By John Sasso “These mountains have seen things"—from the Introduction Ever since he began hiking the mountains of the Adirondacks, John Sasso has been intrigued with the artifacts he would stumble upon, such as iron … [Read more...] about Announcing John Sasso’s History and Legends of the Northern Adirondacks, Volume 1
Champlain Area Trails Hosts Winter Day Celebration at Twin Valleys Outdoor Education Center
Champlain Area Trails (CATS) and SUNY Plattsburgh’s College Auxiliary Services (CAS) are hosting a Winter Day Celebration on March 2nd, 2024, at SUNY’s Twin Valleys Outdoor Education Center to encourage people to get outside, have fun, and connect with nature during the colder … [Read more...] about Champlain Area Trails Hosts Winter Day Celebration at Twin Valleys Outdoor Education Center