The New York State Quitline (NYS Quitline), in commemoration of its 25 years of public health service, has an added incentive this summer to encourage people who smoke or vape to become tobacco-free. Through a “quit-and-win contest,” one randomly selected grand prize winner … [Read more...] about Quit-and-Win Contest Offers Prizes for Going Tobacco-free
Archives for July 2025
Over $38,000 Awarded to Community Organizations Serving Essex
Essex Community Fund grants support arts, education, recreational access & more Community organizations serving the town of Essex received over $38,000 in philanthropic support this summer. The Essex Community Fund (ECF) at Adirondack Community Foundation awards grants … [Read more...] about Over $38,000 Awarded to Community Organizations Serving Essex
Trail Crew Performs Maintenance on Brown’s Tract Portage
NFCT partners with DEC to implement stewardship projects The Northern Forest Canoe Trail (NFCT), in partnership with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), has completed critical maintenance on an iconic Adirondack portage trail. The NFCT’s … [Read more...] about Trail Crew Performs Maintenance on Brown’s Tract Portage
Campaign Aims to Raise Awareness about Impacts of Wakeboats
Upper Saranac Foundation urges boaters to be ‘Wake Smart’ this summer The Upper Saranac Foundation’s (USF) new Wake Smart campaign seeks to raise awareness about the impacts that wakeboats have on lake ecology and other users. The Wake Smart initiative launched on Memorial … [Read more...] about Campaign Aims to Raise Awareness about Impacts of Wakeboats
Essex Theatre Company Presents “Essex’s Got Talent” Variety Show, Friday, July 25th
"Essex's Got Talent Variety Show," featuring the talents of Essex and surrounding towns, will be on Friday, July 25, at 7:00 pm at the Masonic Lodge in Essex, NY. It will showcase singing, dancing, stand-up comedy, piano numbers, and more! Come and watch your friends and family … [Read more...] about Essex Theatre Company Presents “Essex’s Got Talent” Variety Show, Friday, July 25th